Cook - Garrison Oak

Churchill Downs Incorporated•Oak Grove, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes, for service to guests in all outlets.

Requires reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand Basic English in order to read recipes and communicate with other team members.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.
Frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
May be required to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs.

At least 1 year of experience in a professional kitchen area is preferred.
Working knowledge of culinary terms preferred.
Basic knowledge of culinary techniques and ability to execute recipes in a timely manner is preferred.
Food safe certification from recognized authority (ServSafe certification, etc.) is preferred.

Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and griddles.
Cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all outlets food.
Provide excellent guest service to both internal and external guests.
Greet guests approaching service area.
Adhere to control procedure for food costs and quality.
Abide by all health codes and hand-washing guidelines.
Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
Create compound sauces and derivatives of the mother sauces including the knowledge of Beurre Blancs.
Prepare written food requisition for supplies and food items for production in the workstation – inventory.
Other duties as assigned.