ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Prepare, sautés, broiled, fried, baked and grilled food items in accordance with kitchen needs. Perform various job duties that will include operation of grill, fryer, broiler, oven and French top in accordance with kitchen needs. Perform preliminary preparation work in a timely manner. Ensures ingredient supply levels are accurate. Move items from shelves to carts and transport them to assigned stations for restocking purposes. Maintains the required part of food items in their assigned station from support areas throughout the property. Maintains a sanitary and organized work area. Understand proper safety and health codes and regulations and maintain them regularly. Ensure all areas assigned are clean and free of debris. Demonstrates proper care, storage, use and cleaning of all tools and equipment. Demonstrates competent product knowledge by correct storing and handling of all perishables, maintaining quality, security, values, and integrity. Prepares food products according to standard recipes and specifications and demonstrates positive responses to training by chefs. Effectively communicates with other team members, including service and kitchen maintenance personnel. Assist with any other job-related duties that may be assigned.

Education And/Or Experience:

High school diploma required; culinary degree preferred. Hospitality Industry Experience preferred.

Qualifications:

Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business. Must be able to obtain a required Virginia Lottery Non-Gaming License. Must know proper cooking temperatures, holding temperatures and sanitation practices to ensure safe food handling and safe food products to our guests. Possesses knowledge of all kitchen equipment including break down, set-up and sanitation. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekends.

Physical, Mental And Environmental Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. above and below shoulder level and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Position requires 30% standing, 70% walking. Requires very frequent bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching overhead. Must be able to respond to touch, speech, smell, aural and visual cues. Must be able to work in an area containing secondary smoke. Must possess coordination and dexterity to use kitchen utensils. Must be able to tolerate industry standard cleaning/sanitizing chemicals. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment involving constant internal and external customer contact.

• Flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• High school diploma required; culinary degree preferred.
• Hospitality Industry Experience preferred.
• Knowledge of proper cooking and holding temperatures.
• Understanding of sanitation practices for safe food handling.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Physical ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication skills with team members.