Banquet Cook Full Time

Churchill Downs Incorporated•Sioux City, IA

122d

About The Position

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City is an award-winning gaming destination with more than 675 slot machines, live table game action, first-class amenities, and heart-pounding entertainment. The property’s Hard Rock Hotel is a AAA Four Diamond rated hotel; a distinction which only five percent of the more than 28,000 properties approved by AAA achieve. Complementing the hotel and casino are three bars and two restaurants including Fuel American Grill and Main + Abbey, a AAA Three Diamond rated restaurant. Putting the ‘Rock’ in ‘Hard Rock’, guests are invited to experience the legends of music by exploring Hard Rock’s expansive memorabilia collection with iconic pieces from SLASH to Johnny Cash! JOB SUMMARYThe Banquet Cook is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and recipes, and providing service to all guests.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and thorough with strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment as part of a team
Basic to advanced knowledge of kitchen sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
Basic to advanced knowledge of food handling techniques, preparation, cooking procedures, and culinary terminology
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
One year of experience in a professional kitchen
Additional years of experience required for upper-level cooks
Additional culinary classes or certifications required for upper-level cooks

Responsibilities

Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest
Operates kitchen equipment, including slicers, steamers, deep fryers, ovens, broilers, grills, mixers, kettles, and griddles
Utilizes reading and math skills to follow recipe specifications and measurements
Actively participates with other kitchen staff and to cook, prepare, dish, and assemble all menu items
Verifies that all sanitation and nutrition practices are maintained
Performs general upkeep and cleaning duties, such as mopping floors, wiping countertops, cleaning food prep areas, etc.
Creates compound sauces and derivatives of the mother sauces
Verifies that all portion sizes, quality standards, departmental rules, policies, and procedures are adhered to
Prepare written food requisition for supplies and food items for production in the workstation and inventory purposes
Maintains knowledge of all kitchen equipment operation, including tear down, cleaning, and maintenance
Completes preparation records and stores food items properly at close of meal service
Ensures the safety and security of staff and guests
Performs other related duties as assigned