Cook - Buffet
Ameristar Casino Hotel Vicksburg · Vicksburg, MS · 1 wk ago
Management$11.5/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Learns and becomes familiar with facility’s room outlets.
- Answers general questions regarding the property.
- Reads food orders from computer printouts and prepares food items according to established menu plans.
- Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of products to guests.
- Washes, slices, peels, and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Observes and tests foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
- Coordinates with and communicates orders to dining room staff.
- Prepares all food items accurately in a timely manner.
- Completes all assigned prep items as written on prep sheet.
- Uses and maintains all assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner.
- Observes and enforces Health Department regulations regarding food handling, storage, proper steam table temperature, and cleanliness of work environment.
- Attends company training programs as scheduled.
- Completes opening, closing, and other side duties as assigned by the supervisors.
- Communicates as needed with Lead Cook and Sous Chefs.
- Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience as a line cook required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluency and literacy in English required.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items, to standard, in a high-volume, fast-paced operation.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the application of sanitation procedures.
Qualifications
- Preferred degree in culinary arts or recognized apprenticeship.
Skills
- Confidentiality and professionalism.
- Effective communication skills.
- Sanitation procedures knowledge.
- Food preparation skills.
Benefits
- Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
- Includes wellness programs designed to support financial, physical, and mental well-being.
- Specific benefits such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus may vary by position.
- Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.
Pay
Starting pay $11.50 an hour, based on experience.
Schedule
Details not specified.