Cook

About the role

The Cook at Derby City Gaming Downtown is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes. They also clean kitchen work areas and equipment as well as sweeping and mopping floors.

Responsibilities

• Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and griddles.
• Read and write recipes and communicate with other Team Members.
• Clean kitchen work areas and equipment as well as sweep and mop floors.
• Cook, prepare, dish-up, and assemble all menu items.
• Adhere to control procedures for food costs and quality.
• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Participate with staff to actively cook, prepare, dish-up, and assemble all menu items.
• Encourage and abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalence.
• One-year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to work both front and back line positions.
• Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required.
• Ability to obtain a valid Racing License.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, handling, feeling, and using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Sometimes lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to fifty pounds.
• Subjected to moderate to loud noise levels in the work environment.
• May need to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines.