The incumbent in this position is responsible for properly preparing any and all foods listed on the respective menu/s in an assigned kitchen outlet/s. Demonstrate good knowledge when it comes to knife skills and cooking procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
• Prepares foods that are based on company standards and recipes.
• Ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of HRCNIN.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and knife skills.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and cooking skills/techniques by using all equipment provided by HRCNIN.
• Good knowledge of producing a variety of sauces and properly placing them on all dishes, based on HRCNIN standards.
• Keeps workstation neat and clean.
• Assists co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.
• 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, setup and/or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned.
• Attends and participates in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Assists other cooks during the food cooking and assembly process.
• Cleans up before shift ends.
• Cleans and sanitizes all work areas based on Food Safety rules and regulations, together with HRCNIN standards.
• Performs work regularly and predictably.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• This knowledge and these abilities are typically acquired through a High School Diploma or Equivalent. A culinary apprenticeship, an associate degree from a culinary institution or an equivalent with some industry experience is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Must obtain and maintain all licenses/certifications per Federal, State, and Indiana Gaming Commission.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must successfully pass drug screening.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.

Knowledge Of:

• Food, food product, food preparation, etc.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• How to prepare stocks, soups, mother sauces, and all varieties of meat including veal, pork, beef, lamb, poultry, game, and seafood.

Ability To:

• 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.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. The Team Member understands that employment with the Company is at-will and that no express and/or implied contract of employment exists unless it is in writing and signed by the Department Head. The Team Member further understands that conditions may require the Company to modify this Job Description and that the Company reserves the right to exercise its discretion to make such changes.

• Flexible shifts.
• Opportunity for career growth.
• Participation in special events.

• Good knowledge of knife skills and cooking procedures.
• Ability to produce a variety of sauces.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with kitchen equipment, including choppers and slicers.