Cook II - Steakhouse

About the role

The incumbent in this position is responsible for properly preparing any and all foods listed on the respective menus that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, and poached in an assigned kitchen outlet. They also create an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Bristol their choice for gaming entertainment, actively building and retaining guest relations, and acting as a mentor to team members to provide superior guest service.

Responsibilities

• Prepares foods that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, or poached in an assigned kitchen outlet.
• 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.
• Affords assistance to co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Assists with other duties at special events or parties, including but not limited to carving, cooking, set 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.
• Assists other cooks during the food assembly process.
• Cleans up before shift ends.
• Cleans food preparation areas as determined by company policy.
• Ensures the proper storing of any foods, including those from a previous function.
• Ensures that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition.
• Ensures the proper closing down of workstations.
• Performs work regularly and predictably.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Preferred: Culinary apprenticeship, Associate’s Degree from a culinary institution, or equivalent with some industry experience.
• Must obtain and maintain all licenses/certifications per Federal, State, and Virginia Lottery.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must successfully pass drug screening.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of international cuisines.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Effective communication skills 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.

Skills

• Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of international cuisines.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Effective communication skills 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.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package that allows team members to stay healthy, plan for their future, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see the full list of Team Member Benefits, please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits.

Pay

$15 - $21/Hourly

Schedule

Flexible shifts as needed.