A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description
POSITION TITLE
Wok Specialist
DEPARTMENT
Food and Beverage (Gordon Ramsay, Noodle Bar)
GRADE/FLSA STATUS
H10-Non-Exempt
BADGE TYPE/COLOR
Work Permit - Green
REPORTS TO
Sous Chef
SUPERVISES
N/A
JOB SUMMARY
Prepare all food orders in a quick and timely manner in accordance with established recipes.
JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ø Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values Ø Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items to the servers Ø Responsible for preparing other various food products Ensuring the quality and presentation of food products prepared Ø Performing all station functions necessary in the prep and cooking areas Ø Providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times Ø Prepare, cook, and season all food Ø Ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared Ø Able to prepare and serve menu items in front of guests Ø Ensure each order sent out is uniform and consistent Ø Adhere to kitchen maintenance and sanitation program Ø Control food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature and ensuring sanitation, handling, and storage of prepared food Ø Prepare for rush period of work without getting behind organizing workday to accommodate needs Ø Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout kitchen Ø Keep stock on hand and organizes orders Ø Protect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theft Ø Maintain orders for preparation needed and ordered to meet the day's production needs Ø Fill special orders when customers request it Ø Keep errors to a minimum Ø Knowledgeable about Harrah's facilities, promotions, and services Ø Complete a task, even if overtime is involved Ø Display and arrange visual presentation of products in trays and cases Ø Apply proper cutting techniques, piece count, packaging, and labeling standards Ø Ensure all deliveries to satellite locations are being made according to standards and in a timely fashion Ø Ensure all food safety guidelines and procedures are being followed as outlined in HAACP Plans and SOP's Ø Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements Ø Ensure all required logbooks, including rice pH log and temperature logs, are maintained, and verified Ø Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications Ø Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware, and machinery Ø Share equipment with co-workers Ø Calibrate pH meters and thermometers Ø Monitor production volume on a daily and weekly basis Ø Abide by appearance standards Ø Complete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leaving Ø Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader Ø Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ø High school diploma or GED preferred Ø Six months cooking experience required Ø One-year cooking experience outside casino preferred Ø Successful completion of Level II testing required Ø ServSafe certified, knowledge of HAACP Standards required Ø Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills: Ø Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures Ø Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation Ø Excellent interpersonal skills Ø Able to operate and maintain the following kitchen equipment: stoves, grills, fryers, Maki Machine other basic equipment and other utensils when preparing food orders Ø Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required Ø Problem-solving abilities with the ability to quickly perform mathematical computations Ø Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Ø Must be able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously Ø Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shifts Ø Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart Ø Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel and twist items Ø Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation Ø Must be able to have exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures Ø Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues Ø Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Ø Must be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy Ø Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibrations, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke Ø Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary 8.28.23
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Referral program Vision insurance
