Cook I-Banquets- Full Time (Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts preparation of assigned menu items according to standardized recipes and specifications.

• Chops, dices, and cuts the various meats, cheeses, vegetables and fruits for salad and sandwich preparation using hand knives and electric slicer.
• Combines the various ingredients and plates the entrees, salads, sandwiches, desserts, ice cream, beverages and appetizers for service to the guest and or appropriate wait staff.
• Prepares all given items for a station in accordance with restaurant needs.
• Performs various job duties that will include operation of grill, fryer, and French-top in accordance to the restaurant needs.
• Maintains the required par of food items in their assigned station.
• Ensures ingredient supply levels are accurate.
• Must move items from shelves to carts and transport to assigned stations for restocking purposes.
• Maintains a high level of service while interacting with co-workers and wait staff.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations.
• Makes sure all areas assigned are clean and free of debris.

• Maintains proper food levels at all times to ensure that all guests receive high quality products as defined by company standards.
• Coordinates with the shift leader to ensure proper par levels or the next day’s product needs.
• Takes all appropriate actions to ensure quality and to reduce waste as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Maintains proper food rotation procedures at all times for all items.
• Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to do the same.
• Adheres to regulatory, safety, departmental and company policies.
• Maintains a visible positive attitude at all times and greets everyone with a smile and says their department signature greeting.
• All related s job duties are performed in accordance with departmental and Caesar’s policies, practices and procedures as defined by the Executive Chef and the company standards of excellence.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES:

• Handles and solves any concerns and questions from customers
• Able to accurately and quickly process all Cash/Credit and Comp transactions (where applicable)
• Professional appearance
• Must be a team player
• Cook 1’s are responsible for properly labeling of products and rotation of stock items.
• Other duties as assigned

DUTIES IN OUTLETS WHERE A CASHIER IS REQUIRED:

• Operates cash register and properly settles checks
• Greets and rings all customer checks on cash register, takes money from customer and accurately gives change back to the customer
• Accurately maintains balance of cash register and restaurant checks or kiosk sales
• Records all tips collected from credit cards, comps, and room charges
• Must be able to meet or exceed all customer service expectations and behaviors
• Greet all associate and Guests with a smile and positive attitude with friendly helpful tone.
• Maintain Cleanliness of Work area and dining room floor.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• One-year previous Culinary experience in a high volume food service operation is preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to fulfill the obligations of this position.

• Must have a solid skill base in all areas of culinary prep.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand Basic English.
• Must have the ability to get along with co-workers and work as a team.

• Must know basic product identification.