Cook - Steakhouse

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles•St. Charles, MO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Steakhouse Cook will safely prepare food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes, for service to Guests in all outlets (Must strive for picture perfect plate presentation). The Steakhouse Cook will prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to Guests. Always conduct oneself in a manner that reflects a positive and professional image. The Steakhouse Cook will create order lists for recipe preparations. Communicate clearly with other Cooks and Sous Chefs. The Steakhouse Cook will train lower level Cooks how to properly use equipment. Read recipes and gather all necessary items for recipe execution. The Steakhouse Cook will cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all food for the outlet. Adhere to control procedure for food cost and quality. The Steakhouse Cook will perform all assigned side work to include replenishing/restocking work station with supplies. Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness. The Steakhouse Cook will organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines. Work the line in different locations i.e. Sauté, Broiler, Appetizer, Pantry, Pasta, Grill etc. The Steakhouse Cook will prepare hot and cold sauces. Perform all duties at a higher level of accuracy and speed than a Assistant Cook The Steakhouse Cook will work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment (knives) requiring fine finger dexterity. Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, braise, kettle, and flat top. The Steakhouse Cook will grasp, bend, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods weighing a maximum of 150 lbs. Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, and walking significant distances.

Requirements

One (1) year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge.
Must be able to perform all cooking duties.
Knowledge of how to prepare sauces.
Requires reading and math skill for recipes and measurements.
Possess knowledge of two stations with some familiarization of two others.
Must have basic knife skills.
Knowledge of the MSDS program.
Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required by the state of Missouri or Ameristar Casinos, Inc.

Nice To Haves

Culinary education is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Safely prepare food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes.
Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency.
Create order lists for recipe preparations.
Communicate clearly with other Cooks and Sous Chefs.
Train lower level Cooks how to properly use equipment.
Read recipes and gather all necessary items for recipe execution.
Cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all food for the outlet.
Adhere to control procedure for food cost and quality.
Perform all assigned side work to include replenishing/restocking work station with supplies.
Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
Organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
Work the line in different locations (Sauté, Broiler, Appetizer, Pantry, Pasta, Grill etc.).
Prepare hot and cold sauces.
Perform all duties at a higher level of accuracy and speed than an Assistant Cook.
Work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment (knives) requiring fine finger dexterity.
Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, braise, kettle, and flat top.
Grasp, bend, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods weighing a maximum of 150 lbs.
Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, and walking significant distances.