Lead Cook, Banquets (Caesars New Orleans)

Responsibilities

• Assists in the managing of the day-to-day operation of the assigned function (banquet or room service) in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Aids in the administration of training programs within the assigned function; counsels, guides, and instructs personnel in the proper performance of their duties.
• Coordinates the maintenance and development of methods for quality preparation of food; assists in the maintenance of procedures for food service and presentation of menu items for maximum customer satisfaction.
• Ensures that available facilities are adequate for the performance of duties by assigned personnel.
• Aids in maintaining and instructing assigned personnel as to safety policies and procedures and follows up to ensure hazards are eliminated.
• Maintains the appearance of food served and communicates deviations from standard to the Kitchen Manager.
• Shows skills in grade manager, broiler, sauté' stations, saucier, and large quantity cooking according to recipe specifications.
• Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to do the same.
• Maintains attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental, and company policies.
• Demonstrates Harrah’s Spotlight 5 behaviors: Initiates Friendly Greeting, Smiles and Makes Eye Contact, Demonstrates Upbeat and Positive Attitude, Checks for Satisfaction, Provides a Warm Farewell.

Qualifications

• Prepare items such as but not limited to soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, breakfast items and desserts.
• Prepares cooks and seasons all food.
• Follows all recipe standards.
• Ensures each order sent out is consistent with recipe specifications.
• Controls food production to include: proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.
• Prepares for a rush period of work without getting behind.
• Prepares cooks and seasons all foods to recipe specs.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
• Shows skills in Garde manger, broiler, sauté' stations, saucier, and large quantity cooking according to recipe specifications.
• Demonstrates Caesars Spotlight 5 behaviors: Initiates Friendly Greeting, Smiles and Makes Eye Contact, Demonstrates Upbeat and Positive Attitude, Checks for Satisfaction, Provides a Warm Farewell.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old to work in a casino hotel.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Familiarity with all phases of food preparation techniques.
• A local Health Department sanitation certificate is required.
• One year prior experience as Prep Cook or Fast Food Cook is preferred.
• Ability to move large, heavy objects up to 100 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils and handling of food items.

About Us

Caesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel earned recognition as a City Business “Best Places to Work” honoree and was named “#1 Large Employer” in the New Orleans area by the “Times-Picayune” Top Workplaces program. A destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to provide exceptional experiences for our guests. Caesars New Orleans Casino is a Caesars Entertainment company. Our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe® and Eldorado® brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values – Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail – every day. Our mission, “Create the Extraordinary”. Our vision, “Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars”. If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.