Cook I - Main Kitchen Part Time

M Resort • Henderson, NV

6d

About The Position

The Cook I prepares food and menu components for the Main Kitchen, including produce, vegetables, pasta, salads, meats, seafood, menu items, dressings, breakfast items, hors d’oeuvres, and desserts. The role follows provided recipes, garnishes dishes, operates small kitchen equipment, and works to conserve food and reduce waste. The Cook I provides courteous service to staff and performs related duties as requested.

This position is part time and works in a fast-paced, high-energy, guest-facing environment. Work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. The environment may have secondhand tobacco smoke, varying noise, lighting, and temperatures, and periods of extended standing or movement. Uniform and grooming standards apply.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in basic math.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Present a professional, pleasant, confident, and well-groomed appearance.
• Work effectively with team members, other departments, and guests.
• Understand and adhere to company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and verbal communication in English.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating procedures, and manuals in English.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, team members, and management, including in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
• Respond courteously and accurately to guest inquiries, concerns, and feedback.
• Document incidents, complete reports, and follow written instructions precisely.
• Apply common sense and sound judgment to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions; solve problems and make decisions under pressure.
• Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Qualify for licensing and permit requirements mandated by federal, state, and local regulations.
• Hold a valid Clark County Health Card.
• Stand for extended periods and use hands to handle tools, equipment, and objects.
• Reach with arms, speak clearly, and actively listen in a fast-paced environment.
• Have visual acuity, including close vision, color differentiation, and peripheral awareness.
• Lift and move up to 30 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally with assistance or equipment as needed.
• Push, pull, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, kneel, maintain balance, and navigate stairs, ramps, and uneven surfaces as needed.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.
• Comply with uniform and grooming standards and company policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary school graduation or specialty training preferred.
• Two years of experience preparing specialty menu items and assisting a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef in a fine dining restaurant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables, then store them in the appropriate refrigerators for future use.
• Grill, roast, steam, or broil vegetables and cook pasta or other components for salads.
• Prepare cold meats and seafood, including shelling seafood, slicing cold cuts, and breading fish.
• Prepare menu items and garnish them appropriately.
• Prepare dressings according to provided recipes.
• Prepare toast, pancakes, and hot and cold hors d’oeuvres.
• Dish up and garnish desserts, including ice cream, sodas, pies, cakes, and fruit cups.
• Conserve food and use products and byproducts to help reduce food costs.
• Operate small kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, and cutters.
• Provide courteous and friendly service to staff.
• Perform related work as requested.

Benefits

• Wellness programs designed to support team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being.
• Day-one medical coverage may vary by position.
• 401(k) matching may vary by position.
• Annual performance bonus may vary by position.
• Paid time off earned according to local policy and increasing with length of employment.

What This Job Offers

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