Cook - North Shore Steak & Seafood

Full House Resorts, Inc•Waukegan, IL

4d•$19 - $30

About The Position

THE IDEAL COOK CANDIDATE IS A SKILLED, DISCIPLINED PROFESSIONAL WITH A STRONG CULINARY FOUNDATION AND A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE. THEY MUST BE DETAIL-ORIENTED, ORGANIZED, AND CAPABLE OF EXECUTING PRECISE TECHNIQUES UNDER PRESSURE WHILE MAINTAINING COMPOSURE AND CLEANLINESS. A DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF INGREDIENTS, PRESENTATION, AND TIMING IS ESSENTIAL, ALONG WITH A COLLABORATIVE MINDSET AND RESPECT FOR THE HIERARCHY OF THE KITCHEN. THE CANDIDATE SHOULD DEMONSTRATE PASSION FOR HOSPITALITY AND TAKE PRIDE IN CONTRIBUTING TO AN ELEVATED GUEST EXPERIENCE THROUGH CONSISTENTLY EXCEPTIONAL CUISINE. AS A COOK FOR THE ASIA AZTECA, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR EXECUTING DAILY PREP AND SERVICE WITH PRECISION AND CONSISTENCY IN AN ASIAN AND LATIN AMERICAN CUISINE-FOCUSED ENVIRONMENT, UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF THE EXECUTIVE CHEF AND THE SOUS CHEFS. EXPERTISE IN PREPARING A VARIETY OF ASIAN DISHES, SUCH AS STIR-FRIES AND NOODLE-BASED DISHES, IS ESSENTIAL. A STRONG UNDERSTANDING OF ASIAN COOKING TECHNIQUES, SUCH AS WOK COOKING, STEAMING, AND BRAISING, IS HIGHLY VALUED. ADDITIONALLY, KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD SAFETY PRACTICES AND PROPER INGREDIENT HANDLING IS CRUCIAL TO MAINTAINING HIGH STANDARDS OF QUALITY AND CLEANLINESS. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE PARTICIPATING IN LINE CHECKS, MAINTAINING CLEANLINESS AND ORGANIZATION IN ALL KITCHEN AREAS, AND ENSURING PREP MEETS THE CHEF’S STANDARDS FOR ASIAN-INSPIRED OFFERINGS. COOKS ARE ALSO EXPECTED TO FOLLOW ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS, SUPPORT DAILY SANITATION EFFORTS, AND ASSIST IN EDUCATING FRONT-OF-HOUSE STAFF ON DAILY SPECIALS. A STRONG WORK ETHIC, ATTENTION TO DETAIL, AND THE ABILITY TO FOLLOW DIRECTION ARE KEY TO SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE.

Requirements

Knowledge of health and sanitation standards
Proper cooking techniques and knife skills
Food knowledge
Lift up to 25 - 30 LBS
Stand for long periods
Navigate crowded spaces
Flexibility in bending and reaching
Adaptability to casino conditions, including: BRIGHT LIGHTS Noise
Able to obtain/maintain necessary licenses and/or certifications as required by local gaming regulations.
Able to obtain/maintain Food Handlers Serv Safe certifications as required by the Lake County Health Department regulations.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of previous cooking experience is preferred
Experience utilizing a wok or other traditional Asian cuisine equipment is preferred
Bi-lingual is a plus

Responsibilities

Executing daily prep and service with precision and consistency in an Asian and Latin American cuisine-focused environment
Preparing a variety of Asian dishes, such as stir-fries and noodle-based dishes
Participating in line checks
Maintaining cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas
Ensuring prep meets the Chef’s standards for Asian-inspired offerings
Following all health and safety regulations
Supporting daily sanitation efforts
Assisting in educating front-of-house staff on daily specials