Cook - Specialty 1800 Noodle Bar

Casino and•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

The Cook prepares food for the 1800 Noodle Bar and assigned outlets, ensuring consistent product quality and delivery in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen. The role includes operating kitchen equipment, reading and executing recipes, preparing sauces, maintaining station cleanliness and supplies, and completing assigned food-preparation and service tasks. The Cook also provides direction and guidance to lower-level Cooks, trains them in equipment use and specialty techniques, and helps supervise overall kitchen operations in assigned outlets. The position requires compliance with company policies, health and food-safety requirements, applicable gaming and other regulations, and departmental procedures. The work environment includes variable temperatures, smoke, steam, wet areas, and somewhat loud noise. The job description states that team members are employed at will and that the description does not constitute an employment contract.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in food preparation and food knowledge in a similar position and in a kitchen of a similar or larger size.
Ability to work any assigned shift, including late nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Ability to teach and supervise lower-level Cooks in specialty departments.
Ability to perform all cooking duties and work the line at different stations.
Ability to read recipes, gather required items, and prepare order lists for recipe preparation.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of different knife cuts and the MSDS program.
Successful completion of any required classes or certifications, including ServSafe.
Ability to read, write, and understand simple instructions.
Ability to communicate appropriately with casino customers, departments, and fellow team members.
Ability to understand and comply with Missouri Gaming Commission regulations and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Ability to perform assigned duties accurately and quickly in a high-volume, fast-paced environment under frequent time pressures.
Ability to stand and walk; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
Ability to frequently lift or move up to 100 pounds with assistance and occasionally bend, stoop, or kneel.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a friendly, welcoming attitude toward internal and external customers.
Operate kitchen equipment, including slicers, steamers, deep fryers, ovens, broilers, grills, mixers, kettles, braisers, flat tops, and knives.
Read and develop recipes, gather required ingredients and supplies, and prepare food accurately according to established measurements and recipes.
Prepare compound sauces and derivatives and ensure consistent product delivery.
Check the station before, during, and after the shift for proper setup and cleanliness.
Work with staff to cook, prepare, dish up, and assemble food for assigned outlets.
Complete side work, including replenishing and restocking the workstation.
Prepare written requisitions for production supplies and food items.
Follow procedures for controlling food costs and maintaining food quality.
Provide direction, instruction, and guidance to lower-level Cooks and supervise overall kitchen operations in assigned outlets.
Train lower-level Cooks in proper equipment use and specialty techniques.
Follow health codes and hand-washing guidelines.
Maintain knowledge of casino events and promotional activities.
Keep the work area clean and orderly and comply with Bally's and departmental policies and procedures.
Perform other assigned duties or reasonable requests from management.
Work cooking stations in different locations, including sauté, broiler, appetizer, pantry, pasta, and grill.
Perform all duties with greater accuracy and speed than a Cook II.