Prep Cook (Full Time) - Ole Red Las Vegas

opryentertainment; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

opryentertainment in Las Vegas is seeking a motivated Line Cook to prepare and produce menu items for our restaurant, bar, and entertainment destination. You will sauté, grill, fry, bake, roast, and use a variety of equipment while maintaining high sanitation standards.

You will follow standardized recipes, manage mise en place, read kitchen tickets, monitor service, and help with closing duties. Prior culinary experience and a high school diploma are preferred; state food handler card required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous culinary experience preferred.
• Ability to properly set a station (mise en place).
• Follow sanitation guidelines and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce food items according to recipes and guidelines.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen and storage areas.
• Read tickets and ensure products are prepared as described.

Skills

Mise en place

Knife skills

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Grills

Fryers

Job description

Prepare and produce food and follow sanitation guidelines according to company standards for a restaurant, bar, and entertainment destination. May also support special events and catering.

• Perform the following cooking procedures: sauté, grill, fry, bake, and roast. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Perform basic to more advanced knife skills (i.e., slice, chop, mince, julienne, dice) in preparing and producing food items. Use knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders, and all other equipment in a safe manner according to policies.
• Prepare and store food products properly. Maintain sanitation levels at all times.
• Follow standardized recipes in the preparation and cooking of menu items. Adhere to established portion control guidelines and minimize waste.
• Read printer and kitchen display tickets and produce products as described.
• Monitor finished product to ensure food is served promptly, notifying leadership of any delays in service.
• Clean and organize walk-in coolers, food production areas, equipment, and general kitchen areas.
• Properly store food and chemicals, including labeling, dating, and maintaining the appropriate temperature based on established guidelines.
• Clean and break down workstation. Return supplies and ingredients to proper storage at end of shift. Ensure closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off, and kitchen is secure at end of shift.
• Return dishes to the dish area and politely communicate with stewards regarding need for clean dishes, pots, pans, etc. Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures according to proper sanitation standards, as needed.
• Notify leadership of equipment malfunction or safety hazards immediately.
• Execute and adhere to all directions provided by department and venue leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience

• Previous culinary experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to properly set a station \"mise en place\" (set in place, having all your ingredients prepped and ready to go before you start cooking)

Licenses / Certifications

• State Food Handler Safety Card required upon hire