Cook - Banquets - Steady Extra (Caesars Palace LV)

Caesars Entertainment • Las Vegas, NV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for preparing recipes and food items in accordance with
the Executive Chefs requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

         Prepare, sauttee, broiled, fried, baked and grilled food items in
accordance to 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 to assigned stations for
restocking purposes.

         Maintains the required par of food items in their assigned station from
support areas throughout the property.

         Understand proper safety and health codes and regulations and maintain
them regularly.

         Ensure all areas assigned are clean and free of debris

         To assist with any other job related duties that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

         Work requires effective communication in English, both verbal and
written form in a professional manner.

         Work requires a minimum of one year experience as a cook.

         Work requires ability to work from a standing position for extended
periods of time.

         Work requires a neat appearance with good personal hygiene.

         Able to bend, lift, and reach throughout shift. 

         Able to work in temperatures ranging between 40 and 110.

         Ability to read and follow directions from recipes.

Desired Skills: 2-3 years prior cooking experience, Prior line cooking
experience including Sautee, grill, fry oven and steam. Posses a team player
attitude and be flexible. Understand and have basic knowledge of sanitation
procedures. Prior cooking experience in Italian restaurants a plus

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:  

Loud, fast paced environment, multiple tasks to be handled under time
constraint.  Must be able to handle a heavy business volume in a timely manner.

Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the
job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job,
management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other
or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies,
changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties
and skills required of personnel so classified. 

Caesars Entertainment reserves the right to make changes to the job description
whenever necessary.

As a part of Caesars Entertainment’s employment process, finalist candidates
will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to an offer
being extended.  Caesars Entertainment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual
orientation, veteran status, or marital status. 

Help us roll out the red carpet at Caesars Palace!  This world renowned resort
indulges our guests with 25 unique restaurants and cafes, over 3,000 rooms, 4.5
acres of pools and gardens and a 50,000 square foot spa.  If you have a passion
for delivering personalized service in an exclusive setting, Caesars Palace is
the place for you to start your career.

Requirements

• Work requires effective communication in English, both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
• Work requires a minimum of one year experience as a cook.
• Work requires ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Work requires a neat appearance with good personal hygiene.
• Able to bend, lift, and reach throughout shift.
• Able to work in temperatures ranging between 40 and 110.
• Ability to read and follow directions from recipes.

Nice To Haves

• 2-3 years prior cooking experience
• Prior line cooking experience including Sautee, grill, fry oven and steam.
• Posses a team player attitude and be flexible.
• Understand and have basic knowledge of sanitation procedures.
• Prior cooking experience in Italian restaurants a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare, sauttee, broiled, fried, baked and grilled food items in accordance to 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 to assigned stations for restocking purposes.
• Maintains the required par of food items in their assigned station from support areas throughout the property.
• Understand proper safety and health codes and regulations and maintain them regularly.
• Ensure all areas assigned are clean and free of debris
• To assist with any other job related duties that may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed