SPECIALTY COOK

Legends Bay Casino; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Bay Casino in Sparks, NV is seeking a Specialty Cook to support kitchen operations by preparing menu items quickly and to spec. You will ensure quality, proper portioning, and presentation, while maintaining sanitation and safe handling practices.

The role requires 2–5 years in a fast-paced kitchen, proficiency in English, and flexibility for varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. Bi-lingual English/Spanish is a plus, and tolerance for smoke, noise, and dust is expected.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce menu items to standards in a quick and efficient manner.
• Ensure quality and proportion size; presentation meets standards.
• Practice proper food handling and kitchen safety procedures.
• Keep workstations clean during service time.
• Wrap, label, date and store all food items properly.

Skills

Food preparation

English language

Knife handling

Kitchen safety

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

The Specialty Cook will support the property by preparing food in a timely and efficient manner.Job Requirements:Be responsible for preparing menu items as directed by the recipes provided by theSous Chef and /or Executive Chef.Prepare and produce menu items to standards in a quick and efficient manner.Be responsible for quality and proportion size.Ensure that the quality and presentation of food products meets company standards.Practice proper food handling.Practice proper knife handling skills.Use and apply proper kitchen safety procedures and basic cooking skills.Keep workstations clean during service time.Disinfect and sanitize cutting boards and worktables.Ensure kitchen and Health Department sanitation requirements are always maintained.Perform all duties to company standards and policies.Properly wrap, label, date and store all food items in their proper areas.Other duties as assigned.Additional Requirements:• Must have 2 to 5 years in a fast-paced kitchen, planning and preparing.• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, with variable overtime.• Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondary smoke, high noise levels, bright lights and dust.