Cook Helper

Westgate Resorts • Las Vegas, NV

1d • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Adjacent to the Las Vegas Convention Center and just one block from the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the legendary Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino provides a fun, challenging and rewarding work atmosphere. Help create remarkable guest experiences at our world-class resort, which features a lively casino that is home to the world’s largest Race & Sports Book; incredible restaurants, nightlife, and live entertainment; and the convenience of a Las Vegas Monorail station onsite for easy access to the Las Vegas Strip. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

General Summary Of Duties:
At various kitchen stations, safely assist cooks with preparation of food to recipe standards for service to the guest, as well as complete daily tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to comprehend basic employee requests and to understand job requests from supervisor and guests.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language in case of emergency situations.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to read any caution or safety notices.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to read and apply math skills for menus, recipes and requisitions.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to comprehend product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes.
• Ability to effectively deal with customer complaints and concerns in a friendly and positive manner. This involves listening to the nature of the concern, demonstrating empathy with the customer and providing positive and proactive solutions.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language in order to complete food requisitions and communicate with other employees.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to comprehend and follow instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to perform duties within temperature ranges of hot to normal to cold.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use knives and kitchen tools.
• This position requires considerable physical activity on a continuous basis throughout the shift including riding the elevators.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment including slicers, choppers and mixers.
• Ability to maintain attendance in conformance with standards.
• Ability to maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.
• Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling and walking significant distances within the facility.
• Ability to work in unfavorable conditions which can occasionally be hot, noisy and wet.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years in a previous restaurant as a BOH line cook.
• Positive attitude & desire to improve and be part of dynamic culture.

Responsibilities

• At various kitchen stations, safely assist cooks with preparation of food to recipe standards for service to the guest, as well as complete daily tasks as assigned.
• While standing and working at various kitchen stations, cook, slice and dish-up different food items to standard recipes and specifications.
• Communicate with supervisor throughout the shift.
• Perform all assigned side work to include replenishing condiments and restocking shelves with supplies.
• Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
• "CLEAN AS YOU GO"--Keep your workstations neat and orderly, and perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products, as assigned, to adhere to standards.

Benefits

• Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED