Production Cook

About the role

As a Production Cook for the Food Court at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, you are the heartbeat of our culinary team, ensuring every dish hits a high note of quality, flavor, and presentation. You will master the menu by preparing high-quality items with strict adherence to recipes and portion control, all while maintaining the rhythm of a fast-paced kitchen through station cleanliness and efficient inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for the assigned venue.
• Adheres to standards for preparation, portioning, cooking and presentation of all menu items.
• Ensures excellent quality of food and proper presentation.
• Ensures proper portion control, adherence to recipes and timeliness of all food products.
• Ensures daily quantities of required foods are prepared per Chef’s instructions.
• Ensures all product is stored and maintained properly, in all coolers, holding cabinets and other areas to prevent waste and spoilage.
• Upholds cleanliness standards for kitchen operations, equipment and tools.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment.
• Promotes the Big Six and encourages a Fun, Friendly, Quick, Comfortable, Clean and Safe Environment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 1 year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of culinary arts, characteristics of multiple cuisines, food science and nutrition; ability to prepare and cook foods and meals that are pleasing to the palate and the eye.
• Knowledge of effective listening issues and techniques; ability to gather, clarify and apply information transmitted verbally, while exhibiting a genuine interest toward the speaker.
• Knowledge of food safety and foodborne illness; ability to develop, implement and carry out sanitary and safe food and beverage handling practices.
• Work will require working varied shifts including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Work requires lifting objects up to 50lbs.