Pizza Cook & Creative Kitchen Specialist

Hard Rock Casino Rockford; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is seeking a capable kitchen team member to properly prepare foods for a variety of methods, ensuring dishes meet chef specifications and presentation standards.

The role requires basic food preparation knowledge, a high school diploma or equivalent, and may prefer culinary apprenticeship or associate’s degree. Flexibility to work holidays and weekends is essential, with opportunities to participate in special events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary apprenticeship or associate’s degree preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain licenses/certifications per Illinois Gaming Commission.
• Background check required.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepares foods for grilling, frying, broiling, baking, boiling, braising, poaching, or pantry items.
• Ensures plates and pans are aesthetically appealing and cooked to specifications.
• Maintains a neat and clean workstation; assists co-workers for efficient operation.
• May assist with special events or parties as needed.
• Ensures proper storage of foods and equipment is in good working condition.

Skills

Basic food prep

Line cook experience

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Culinary apprenticeship / Associate’s degree

Tools

Choppers

Slicers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is seeking a capable kitchen team member to properly prepare foods for a variety of methods, ensuring dishes meet chef specifications and presentation standards.

The role requires basic food preparation knowledge, a high school diploma or equivalent, and may prefer culinary apprenticeship or associate’s degree. Flexibility to work holidays and weekends is essential, with opportunities to participate in special events.