Cook III - Hard Rock Cafe

Responsibilities

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Hotel Café Cincinnati a destination for 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 work station neat and clean.
• Affords assistance to coworkers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.
• On occasion may perform duties for special events/ parties.
• Safeguards cleanliness of working area; reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas and accidents.
• 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 work stations.
• Attends and participates in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Assists with other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving, cooking, setup and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• This knowledge and these abilities are typically acquired through 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.
• Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State and Gaming regulations.
• Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.
• Ability To Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.
• Use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, choppers, slicers, mixers and grinders.