Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Fine Dining Kitchen

Hungryboy; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaza Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is seeking a Prep Cook to prepare and cook food at all kitchen stations, ensuring quality and timely service. The role requires basic knife skills, initiative, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

Candidate should have at least 1 year of experience in a fine dining or high-volume restaurant, with strong teamwork and communication skills. The position involves varied shifts and a commitment to sanitation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a high-volume/fine dining restaurant.
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit flexibility.
• Basic knife skills expected.
• Energetic and motivated attitude.
• Knowledge of food products and culinary techniques.
• English communication skills (written & spoken).
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Able to work varied shifts, including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items according to recipe and set up/breakdown stations.
• Prepare hot and cold items and ensure timely execution.
• Maintain food quality, FIFO, and proper labeling/dateing of products.
• Read, measure, and execute recipes; maintain menu knowledge and plate presentation.
• Communicate with management, chefs, and staff to address needs.

Skills

Experience: high-volume/fine dining

Initiative & flexibility

Knife skills

Motivated & energetic

Culinary techniques

English communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Professional appearance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Plaza Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is seeking a Prep Cook to prepare and cook food at all kitchen stations, ensuring quality and timely service. The role requires basic knife skills, initiative, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

Candidate should have at least 1 year of experience in a fine dining or high-volume restaurant, with strong teamwork and communication skills. The position involves varied shifts and a commitment to sanitation and safety standards.