Cook- Part Time

Churchill Downs • Newport, KY

61d • Onsite

About The Position

Newport Racing & Gaming is a gaming and entertainment facility located in Newport, Kentucky, featuring over 400 popular, thrilling, state-of-the-art Vegas-style games, sports wagering, restaurant and simulcast.JOB SUMMARY The Cook is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes.Provides excellent service and meets our quality standards. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ability to operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and griddles.
Requires reading and math skill for recipes and measurements.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand recipes and communicate with other Team Members.
Responsible for cleaning kitchen work areas and equipment as well as sweeping and mopping floors.
Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all menu items.
Adheres to control procedure for food costs and quality.
To encourage and abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines.
Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Abilities demonstrated in handling the banquets and food outlet effectiveness.
• Be in constant communication with BOH Team Members.
• Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalence.
• One-year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to work both front and back line positions.
• Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required.
• Ability to obtain a valid Racing License Racing License.

Responsibilities

• Ability to operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and griddles.
• Requires reading and math skill for recipes and measurements.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand recipes and communicate with other Team Members.
• Responsible for cleaning kitchen work areas and equipment as well as sweeping and mopping floors.
• Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all menu items.
• Adheres to control procedure for food costs and quality.
• To encourage and abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines.
• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees