Restaurant Cook

Monarch Casino Resort Spa - Black Hawk; Black Hawk (CO); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per year

401(k) company match

Paid time off and holidays

Team dining hall with free meals

Job summary

Monarch Casino Resort Spa - Black Hawk is looking for a Cook I, II, or III to join our culinary team. This role involves preparing diverse dishes, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety compliance. We offer competitive pay along with comprehensive benefits.

Ideal candidates have basic cooking knowledge and skills to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy growth opportunities in a family-owned establishment that values its team members and fosters a collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of food production as a Prep Cook.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to stand, bend, and use hands for duration of shift.

Responsibilities

• Execute prep lists and check lists in a timely manner.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for cooking.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.

Skills

Food production and preparation techniques

Knowledge of health and safety rules

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Understanding of recipe yields

Measurement of liquid, weight, and temperatures

Job description

At Monarch Casino Resort Spa, we are more than just a premier destination for luxury gaming and hospitality in Black Hawk, Colorado; we create unforgettable moments. Our commitment to excellence shines through our exceptional gaming, exquisite dining, and indulgent spa services, all set in an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere. As a family‑owned business, we nurture lasting relationships with our guests and the community, ensuring every interaction is warm, memorable, and tailored to foster a sense of belonging.

Job Title: Cook I, II, or III

Salary: $21–23 per hour

Shift: Varies

Responsibilities

• Execute prep lists and check lists in a timely manner created by chefs to plan duties.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing, chopping, and cutting various types of food.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food, etc.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, sandwiches, etc.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are properly stored.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven basic knowledge of food production and preparation techniques as a Prep Cook.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under high pressure.
• Ability to understand conversion of recipe yields.
• Ability to understand measurements of liquid, weight, and temperatures.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and continuously use hands.
• Ability to push and pull up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 45 lbs.
• Ability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays when needed.
• Successfully pass a pre‑employment criminal background check and drug screen.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

• Enhanced health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a flexible spending account.
• Education, tuition, and certification reimbursement (up to $6,000 per calendar year).
• Growth opportunities available across four different restaurants.
• Access to the team dining hall with one free hot meal per shift.
• Company‑matched 401(k).
• Paid time off and six observed holidays.
• Convenient casino shuttle bus routes; subsidized up to 80% of costs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer: Monarch Casino Resort Spa does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is Monarch’s intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.