Cook II, Manning's (Caesars New Orleans)

Caesars Entertainment•New Orleans, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook II prepares and produces menu items to recipe standards in a quick and efficient manner. Assists Chef on duty in setting up food outlet line and maintaining kitchen areas. Maintains assigned station and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition. All cooks in the kitchens are expected to work together and assist each other as needed with business rushes or demands.

Requirements

Pass a basic written sanitation test of 20 questions with an 80% success.
Able to work multiple stations in the kitchen in a proficient level.
All cook II’s must have good basic knife skills.
High school diploma or GED required.
Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques.
Two years previous experience as a Cook and Pantry is required.
Must have working knowledge of soups, Sauces, meat, Poultry, seafood, dressings, salads and food displays.
Must be able to provide own tools.
Working knowledge and the ability to work in all classifications below a cook II level are required.
Must be able to work any day of the week and any shift.
Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.
Mobility and dexterity to move large, heavy objects up to 100 pounds.
Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils and handling of food items.
Must be able to work inside a kitchen and on a line during the entire shift
Must be able tolerate areas with extreme hot and cold temperatures
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to operate the following kitchen equipment: stoves, grills, fryers, and other utensils in preparing food orders
Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English and be able to conduct conversations with peers in a distinctive and persuasive manner.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Culinary Arts or similar field preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and produces menu items to recipe standards in a quick and efficient manner.
Assists Chef on duty in setting up food outlet line and maintaining kitchen areas.
Maintains assigned station and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition.
All cooks in the kitchens are expected to work together and assist each other as needed with business rushes or demands.
Prepare items such as but not limited to soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, breakfast items and desserts.
Prepares cooks and seasons all food.
Follows all recipe standards.
Ensures each order sent out is consistent with recipe specifications.
Controls food production to include: proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.
Prepares for a rush period of work without getting behind.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
Knows and follows all established sanitation policies as dictated by the written sanitation guidelines.
Shows skills in Garde Manger, broiler, sauté stations and saucier, according to recipe specifications.
Demonstrates Caesars Spotlight 5 behaviors: Initiates Friendly Greeting, Smiles and Makes Eye Contact, Demonstrates Upbeat and Positive Attitude, Checks for Satisfaction, Provides a Warm Farewell.