Cook - Richman Beer Garden

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk•Black Hawk, CO

5d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position will primarily support operations in the Richman Beer Garden, which operates limited hours and is an outdoor venue. Team members must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions. The remaining scheduled hours will be fulfilled in other kitchen outlets based on business needs.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in food preparation and food knowledge.
Must be able to perform all cooking duties.
Ability to work efficiently and maintain composure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Excellent guest service skills.
Proven experience in a guest-facing food service role.
Working knowledge of food storage, knife handling and sharpening, weights & measures, stocks, soups and sauces, plate presentations, recipes and yields, Health department regulations, sanitation, and safety regulations.
Uses appropriate language when engaging guests and co-workers in conversation, communicating clearly and courteously, and providing continued service to all guests.
Determines the nature of guest concerns and takes appropriate action to resolve general concerns, obtaining assistance from the proper personnel, as necessary.
Strong organization skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
Comfortable working in various outdoor weather conditions.
Valid food handler's permit or ServSafe certification required or able to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Requires reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English to read recipes and communicate with other team members.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing for long periods, lifting heavy items, and working in various weather conditions.
The ability to work outdoors for extended periods, standing and walking on potentially uneven surfaces.
Ability to lift and move heavy equipment and supplies, up to 300 lbs.
Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with outdoor cooking equipment (grills, smokers, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide friendly and efficient service to guests in an outdoor, guest-facing cooking environment.
Take and process guest orders directly, explaining menu items and cooking processes as needed.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor while working in varying outdoor conditions, including exposure to sun, heat, wind, and potential insects.
Effectively communicate with guests, answering questions and addressing concerns in a timely and courteous manner.
Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu specifications, ensuring consistency of product quality.
Proficiently operate outdoor cooking equipment, including grills (charcoal, gas, wood-fired), smokers, and outdoor fryers.
Make salads, soup bases, fire up all equipment, gather products from other outlets, marinate various proteins, portion proteins, grill proteins, prepare stocks, blanch noodles or pasta, deep fry products, prepare plates for presentation, preparations of cold sauces, produce rice, stuffings, vegetables.
Maintaining safe storage of raw proteins, especially in outdoor environments.
Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
Total knowledge of one station with some familiarization of two other in the outlet.
Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations, including maintaining proper food temperatures and handling procedures, especially in an outdoor setting.
Maintain a clean and organized outdoor cooking area, including proper disposal of waste and grease.
Follow fire safety protocols for grills and smokers and ensure safe handling of equipment in potentially uneven outdoor terrain.
To encourage and abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines.
Maintaining daily temperature reheating, cold & hot holding, cooling, equipment temperature logs.
Fully observe all safety procedures as well as clean as you go techniques.
Set up and break down the outdoor cooking station, including equipment and supplies.
Monitor and maintain proper equipment function, reporting any issues to management.
Perform assigned side work, including replenishing and restocking workstations with supplies.
Check station before, during, and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
Maintain inventory of needed supplies.
Adhere to control procedures for food costs and quality.
Always conduct oneself in a manner that reflects a positive professional image.
Ability to perform duties within hot to normal to cold temperature ranges.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to read and gather all necessary items for recipe execution.
Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all outlets food.

Benefits

Health Benefits Insurance package effective Day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability for FT team members
$700 Referral Bonus Program ($350 at 90 days $350 at 6 months) – for Team Members who refer new applicants
Discounted Casino bus tickets
Discounted RTD EcoPass
Hot meal served by the Leadership Team once a month
20% discount for Starbucks, Ara Spa, and all food outlets
100% Colorado Gaming License reimbursement after 90 days of employment
Hotel discounts available at all 43 PENN properties, plus discounts on goods and services
Education reimbursement program and Annual Scholarship Program
Career development opportunities
wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being
day-one medical coverage
401(k) matching
annual performance bonus
Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.