Cook

About the role

Spiegelworld is looking for a Cook to join their team at Superfrico at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The Cook is responsible for executing on a world-class menu to create a dining experience that guests will savor long after they have taken the last bite. The ideal candidate will have a high attention to detail and personal standards and ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Ultimately, you’ll ensure we provide excellent guest service by preparing polished yet unpretentious dishes and delivering them consistently.

Responsibilities

• Set up a work station according to kitchen guidelines.
• Prepare, season, finish, and garnish designated recipes/menu items as assigned in accordance with established recipes and guidelines.
• Read tickets and prepare food items accordingly with 100% accuracy.
• Actively engage in Spiegelworld's antiracist commitment and internal practices by participating in offered learnings, engaging in conversations around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, and helping maintain a safe and welcoming workspace.
• Create a work environment which promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction.
• Follow standardized presentations and seek approval on presentations for special request items.
• Maintain quality standards set forth by management and report any inconsistencies as necessary.
• Inspect all refrigeration and dry storage for proper temperature, handling, and rotation of products.
• Wrap, label, and date all food products in accordance with SNHD standards.
• Work cleanly and maintain a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with SNHD guidelines.
• Accurately handle food items to minimize waste and maintain health code.
• Maintain a true understanding of the food regulations with the ability to recite upon request.
• Stock designated station for the next shift.
• Operate kitchen equipment in a safe and sanitary manner with complete understanding of how the equipment works.
• Work a station independently and efficiently with little or no assistance during regular business volumes.
• Take part in pre-service duties and applicable closing duties.
• Demonstrate a passion for details and a willingness to learn.
• Uphold service preparation and culinary standards to ensure a memorable guest experience.
• Prepare special requests as necessary to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Assist in the training of new employees as requested.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in a high-volume professional kitchen or culinary school environment.
• Basic understanding of cooking techniques and proper knife skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to obtain and maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in various units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
• Possess a commitment to quality service.
• A highly motivated and energetic personality with a strong commitment to excellence in hospitality.
• Must have valid work authorization for the US.
• Successful drug and background check clearance prior to hire.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Preferred: At least two years of prep or line cook experience in a similar professional kitchen environment.
• Completed formal culinary training or apprenticeship.
• Serve Safe Certification for Food Handling.
• Previous experience working in an energetic, hospitality-driven restaurant or nightlife venue.

Qualifications

All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and Spiegelworld policies, practices, and procedures.

Skills

Union provided benefits. Spiegelworld is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time employees. Benefits include vacation time & paid time off including holiday pay opportunities. What’s more, Spiegelworld offers employee discounts on goods and services that will help our employees live a better and healthier life.

Benefits

Spiegelworld is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time employees. Benefits include vacation time & paid time off including holiday pay opportunities. What’s more, Spiegelworld offers employee discounts on goods and services that will help our employees live a better and healthier life.

Schedule

This is a full-time union position that pays $23.6435/ hour and the anticipated schedule is Thursday - Sunday (Possible 5pm-1am on Friday-Sunday) (off Tuesday & Wednesday).