Prep Cook | Fast-Paced Fine-Dining Kitchen

Plaza Hotel & Casino LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Plaza Hotel & Casino LLC in Las Vegas seeks a part-time Prep Cook to support multiple kitchen stations and prepare items according to recipes with strong attention to quality and timing.

The role requires initiative, flexibility, knife skills, and excellent customer service. You will work closely with chefs and service staff, maintaining safety, proper labeling, and timely service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume/fine dining restaurant.
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit flexibility.
• Ability to apply basic knife skills.
• A highly motivated and energetic personality.
• Working knowledge of all food products and can skillfully apply culinary techniques.
• Working knowledge, understanding, and application of various cooking techniques.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items according to the recipe.
• Ensure food quality.
• Set up the station and breakdown station.
• Prepare food items on time.
• Assist co-workers throughout the shift.
• Ensure all products are rotating on a first-in, first-out philosophy.
• Identify and safely use all kitchen equipment.
• Regularly restock all kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Read, measure, and execute recipes.
• Maintain solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation.
• Versatile in preparing both hot and cold items.
• Assist co-workers in the execution of service.
• Maintain a solid knowledge, understanding, and preparation of base sauces, stocks, and soups.
• Work as a team, assisting all guests' and employees' needs and inquiries.
• Effectively communicate with management, chefs, and service staff to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and/or other employees.
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested

Skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Knife skills

Culinary techniques

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Professional appearance

Teamwork

English communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Plaza Hotel & Casino LLC in Las Vegas seeks a part-time Prep Cook to support multiple kitchen stations and prepare items according to recipes with strong attention to quality and timing.

The role requires initiative, flexibility, knife skills, and excellent customer service. You will work closely with chefs and service staff, maintaining safety, proper labeling, and timely service in a fast-paced setting.