Cook - Steakhouse
About The Position
The incumbent in this position is responsible for properly preparing all foods listed on the respective menus that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached in an assigned kitchen outlet. Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members to provide superior guest service. Prepares foods that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached, or prepared in the pantry; ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of the customer and the chef. Recognizes a variety of sauces and properly places them on all entrees featured on daily menus. Keeps workstation neat and clean. Assist co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen. On occasion, you may perform duties for special events/ parties. Ensures cleanliness of working area; reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas, and accidents. Ensures the proper storing of any foods, including those from a previous function. Ensures that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition. Ensures the proper closing down of workstations. Assists with other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving, cooking, setting up and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned. Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned. Perform work regularly and predictably. Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Illinois Gaming Commission
- Must successfully pass background check
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience
- Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed
- Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests
- Use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, choppers, slicers, mixers and grinders
Nice To Haves
- A culinary apprenticeship, an Associate’s Degree from a culinary institution or an equivalent with some industry experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepares foods that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached, or prepared in the pantry
- Ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of the customer and the chef
- Recognizes a variety of sauces and properly places them on all entrees featured on daily menus
- Keeps workstation neat and clean
- Assist co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen
- On occasion, may perform duties for special events/ parties
- Ensures cleanliness of working area
- Reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas, and accidents
- Ensures the proper storing of any foods, including those from a previous function
- Ensures that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition
- Ensures the proper closing down of workstations
- Assists with other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving, cooking, setting up and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned
- Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned
- Perform work regularly and predictably
- Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
