Prep Cook

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated in Louisville, KY seeks a Prep Cook to safely prepare food items across all outlets. You will follow recipes, assist with pantry and hot line prep, and ensure sanitary, organized work areas while delivering guest-focused service.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of related experience, and the ability to obtain a Racing License. Certifications may be required; join a team that values collaboration and quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalence.
• 1–2 years of related experience preferred.
• Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required.
• Able to obtain a valid Racing License.

Responsibilities

• Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining environment with service excellence.
• Prepares food as directed by the Chef or Shift Leader to recipes and standards.
• Follows standardized recipes and presentation procedures to detail.
• Assist in preparation of all pantry and hot line items for daily service.
• Properly stores and labels all food product.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work area in accordance with health codes.
• Promote outstanding guest relations and teamwork.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1–2 years related experience

Racing License eligible

Certifications as required

Job description

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At Derby City Gaming Downtown, gaming enthusiasts can enjoy nearly 500 of the most popular games, Fascinator Wine Bar and Trophy Bourbon & Cigars Bar, sports bar with live entertainment most weekends and a Kentucky Derby Gift Shop.”

JOB SUMMARY

The Prep Cook is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes, and for service to guests in all outlets as dictated by the kitchen Leadership Team

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining and exciting environment where the flawless delivery and execution of service excellence is paramount.
• Prepares food as directed by the Chef or Shift Leader to the specifications of recipes and standards.
• Follows standardized recipes and/ or presentation procedures to specific detail.
• Assist in preparation of all pantry and hot line items for daily service.
• Properly stores and labels all food product.
• Able to perform related duties in any or for station or outlet assigned.
• Assists with daily specials.
• Meets or exceeds industry standards for preparation, serving and storing of food.
• Ensures that the working area is clean and sanitary in accordance with Local, State and Federal Health Department codes.
• Promotes outstanding guest relations.
• Promotes honesty and trust among the team.
• Performs all other duties assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Abilities demonstrated in handling the banquets and food outlet effectiveness.
• Be in constant communication with BOH Team Members.
• Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Black Non-slip shoes required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalence.
• One to two years of related experience preferred
• Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required.
• Able to obtain a valid Racing License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The Team Member may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The Team Member is subjected to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.