Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description

POSITION TITLE:                          Cook II

DEPARTMENT:                                Banquet, EDR, Gordon Ramsay, Selu, Guy Fieri, The Smokehouse Coop, Noodle Bar, Pool Bar, Italian           

GRADE/FLSA STATUS:                H10-Non-Exempt

BADGE TYPE/COLOR:                 Work Permit - Peach

REPORTS TO:                                  Sous Chef

SUPERVISES:                                    N/A

JOB SUMMARY:

Prepare all food orders in a quick and timely manner in accordance with established recipes.

JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items 

• Prepare, cook, and season all food

• Ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared

• Perform all station functions necessary in the prep and cooking areas 

• Provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times

• Able to grill, fry, and serve menu items in front of guests

• Ensure each order sent out is uniform and consistent

• Adhere to kitchen maintenance and sanitation program

• Control food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature and ensuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared food and leftovers

• Prepare for rush period of work without getting behind organizing workday to accommodate needs

• Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout kitchen

• Keep stock on hand and organizes orders

• Protect all company assets regarding waste, breakage, and theft

• Get orders for meat needed/order or cut to meet the day’s needs

• Fill special orders when customers request it

• Keep errors to a minimum

• Knowledgeable about Harrah’s facilities, promotions, and services

• Complete a task, even if overtime is involved

• Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements 

• Ensure all required logbooks and temperature logs, are maintained, and verified 

• Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications

• Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware, and machinery 

• Share equipment with co-workers

• Calibrate pH meters and thermometers 

• Abide by appearance standards

• Complete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leaving

• Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader

• Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner

• Endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Ninety days Cook I experience or one-year cooking experience outside casino required

• Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Able to operate and maintain the following kitchen equipment: stoves, grills, fryers, other basic equipment, and other utensils when preparing food orders

• Problem-solving abilities with the ability to quickly perform mathematical computations

• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously

• Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shifts

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart

• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, and twist items 

• Must be phy