The Creek, Senior Cook

About the role

The Senior Cook is responsible for demonstrating expertise in a specialized cooking method or style, showcasing entertainment value, and assisting Sous Chefs in all culinary functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food items are properly stored, including raw materials and prepared items.
• Inspect all outgoing orders to ensure they are properly prepared, including portion control and garnishing for presentation.
• Ensure all items are available for consumption, such as soups, sauces, and gravies, prior to restaurant opening.
• Take inventory of all meats and seafood.
• Cook according to food specifications set in the recipe manual.
• Review production schedules to determine food requirements, including variety and quantity of food preparation.
• Complete production sheets and other records in conjunction with Sous Chefs as required.
• Maintain clean work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, broilers, and grills.
• Maintain proper food temperatures in accordance with regulatory and/or ServSafe standards.
• Properly label, date, and rotate all products to ensure safe keeping and sanitation.
• Work with Sous and Room Chefs in conjunction with daily operations.
• Teach and mentor Cooks and Production Cooks.
• Work harmoniously with others under a strenuous environment.
• Report to work well-groomed in full uniform and on time with badge on upper left side of uniform.
• Provide prompt, friendly, and courteous service of food and beverage to all guests.
• Be hospitable, friendly, and polite with all guests, co-workers, and management using positive body language.
• Maintain a professional work environment with supervisors, managers, and staff.
• Meet the attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies.
• Complete all required SGC Training programs within nine (9) months from commencement of employment.
• Attend all necessary meetings.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older upon employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary education/experience preferred.
• Three (3) years of advanced cooking skills required.
• Previous customer service experience required.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. When on the casino floor, the noise levels increase to loud.
• Must be able to work in an environment where smoking is permitted.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move through all areas of the casino.
• Maintain physical stamina and proper mental attitude to work under pressure in a fast-paced, casino environment and effectively deal with customers, management, employees, and members of the business community in all situations.
• Work involves moderate exposure to hot and cold temperatures and/or loud noises.
• Moderate physical activity is required along with the handling of objects up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risk, which requires following basic safety precautions.

Pay

Starting Rate: $19.84
Compensation Is Negotiable Based On Experience And Education.
Each position has varying minimum qualifications. In the absence of fully qualified candidates, some requirements may be waived.