Cook - Staff Cafeteria

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa•Tejon, NM

About The Position

The Cook - Staff Cafeteria is responsible for serving and replenishing food on the cafeteria line, maintaining a clean and sanitary work area, and keeping the Team Dining Room clean throughout the shift. The role also handles sales transactions, retrieves and stores warehouse orders, and helps maintain a safe environment. The incumbent supports guest relations and provides superior service to guests and team members. The position typically requires two months of on-the-job training. Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.

Requirements

  • Typically requires two months of on-the-job training; related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.
  • Must obtain and maintain all licenses and certifications required by applicable Federal, State, and Gaming/Lottery regulations.
  • Must successfully pass a background check.
  • Must successfully pass drug screening.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Basic mathematical skills.
  • Ability to present an enthusiastic, outgoing, and professional appearance.
  • Ability to work varying shifts and schedules as needed.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and with guests.
  • Ability to restock needed materials and retrieve dropped items.
  • Ability to use a cash register.
  • Ability to distinguish currency denominations and make correct change.
  • Ability to read ticket totals, total credit vouchers, and log checks.
  • Ability to use equipment including a cash register system, credit card machines, and calculator.

Responsibilities

  • Create an atmosphere that encourages guests to choose Hard Rock Casino Tejon for gaming entertainment, build and retain guest relations, and mentor team members to provide superior guest service.
  • Replenish and garnish food on the cafeteria line as necessary.
  • Serve food as necessary.
  • Maintain a neat and sanitary appearance of the assigned work area, serving utensils, and equipment.
  • Clean and properly store dishware, utensils, and equipment at the end of the shift.
  • Store unused food items properly.
  • Maintain a safe work area and address spills and other hazards as necessary.
  • Put warehouse stock away in the proper storage areas in a timely manner.
  • Clean and maintain the Team Dining Room throughout the shift.
  • Attend and participate in meetings and complete assigned follow-up.
  • Perform work regularly and predictably.
  • Handle sales transactions and use a cash register.
  • Retrieve warehouse orders as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package intended to support team members’ health, future planning, and work-life balance; benefits may vary by employment status. Details are available on the company career site.
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