Cook II - Hard Rock Cafe

Essential Functions

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
• Prepares foods that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached, or prepared in the pantry; ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of the customer and the chef.
• Recognizes a variety of sauces and properly places them on all entrees featured on daily menus.
• Keeps workstation neat and clean.
• Assist co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.
• On occasion, you may perform duties for special events/ parties.
• Safeguards cleanliness of working area; reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas and accidents.
• Safeguards the proper storing of any foods, including those from a previous function.
• Safeguards the proper closing down of workstations.
• Aids in other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving, cooking, setting up and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned.
• Attends and participates in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Seasons food according to recipes or company needs.
• Aids in the food assembly process.
• Cleans up before shift ends.
• Cleans food preparation areas as determined by company policy.
• Performs work regularly and predictably.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• Attend seminars when needed.

Education And /Or Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A culinary apprenticeship, an Associate’s Degree from a culinary institution, or an equivalent with some industry experience is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Illinois Gaming Commission.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.

Knowledge

• Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of international cuisines.

Skills

• Flexibility to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Effective communication with all levels of employees and guests.
• Ability to use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, choppers, slicers, mixers, and grinders.