Line Cook III - Full Time, Pizza Cake (Caesars New Orleans)

JOIN A TEAM THAT GOES ALL-IN ON YOU

Harrah's New Orleans Casino & Hotel is a destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to deliver extraordinary experiences for our guests. Are you ready to join a team that embraces a family culture, blazes the trail, and commits to delivering Family-Style Service at every turn? We want you to become an integral part of our vision to create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. Become a part of our winning team and bring your fun spirit along with you!

BENEFITS: Harrah's New Orleans is proud to offer our team members a professional, fun, and welcoming atmosphere. Our team members also enjoy exclusive benefits, such as:

• FREE Downtown Team Member Parking

• Discounted Monthly Bus Passes

• Free Team Member Assistance Program

• Team Member Discounted Hotel Room Rates

• Fun and Free Team Member Events

• Discount Program within Caesars Partner Network

• Tuition & Student Loan Debt Repayment Assistance

• First Time Homebuyer Program

• Child Care Assistance Program

• 401k Matching

JOB SUMMARY:

The Cook III will be responsible for preparing and producing menu items to recipe standards in a quick and efficient manner. Assist Chef on duty in setting up food outlet line and maintaining kitchen areas. Maintain assigned station and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition which includes common areas such as walk in coolers and freezers. All cooks in the kitchens are expected to work together and assist each other as needed with business rushes or demands. Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Preps, cooks and seasons all food items.

• Follows all recipe standards ensuring each order sent out is consistent with recipe specifications.

• Prepare items such as but not limited to soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, breakfast items and desserts.

• Follows all recipe standards ensuring each order sent out is consistent with recipe specifications.

• Controls food production to include: proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.

• Must be able to adapt to fast paced and changing work environment without losing focus on job demands.

• Maintains a clean and safe working environment.

• Shows skills in grade manager, broiler, saucier and large quantity cooking according to recipe specifications.

• Filters Deep fryers if needed and directed by Sous Chefs.

• Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques.

• Adheres to kitchen maintenance and sanitation programs and policies based on Serve Safe Certification practices.

• Controls food production to include: proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.

• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and monitoring the rotation of stock.

• Maintains assigned station and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition while maintaining a safe working environment.

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safety and sanitary food-handling practices.

• Must have general working knowledge of most areas of the kitchen. This includes but is not limited to; Production, Butchering, Grill/ Broiler/ Sauté, Fry and Garde Manger / Pantry stations. This role is for a mid-level skill set culinarian. It is designed for the development of heightened expertise in the specific areas of the culinary brigade.

• Able to work any Cook I and Cook II station as deemed by Sous Chefs.

• Knows and follows all established sanitation policies. Serve Safe Certification or the equivalent is preferred.

• Must be proficient in working all areas of the kitchen. This includes but is not limited to; Production, Butchering, Grill/ Broiler/ Sauté, Fry and Garde Manger / Pantry stations.

• Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental, and company policies.

• Demonstrates Harrah's Spotlight 4 service standards: Initiates Friendly Greeting, Smiles and Makes Eye Contact, Demonstrates Upbeat and Positive Attitude, Checks for Satisfaction, Provides a Warm Farewell.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques.

• Local Health Department sanitation certificate.

• 3-4 years minimum of previous culinary experience as a Prep/Production Cook or Fast Food Cook.

• Serve Safe Certification or equivalent preferred.

• Must have some working knowledge of Soups, Sauces, Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Dressings, Desserts and Salads. All of these with an eye for presentation and display.

• Proficiency in the following: Production, Butchering, Grill/ Broiler/ Sauté, Fry and Gard Manger / Pantry stations.

• Working knowledge and the ability to work in all classifications below a cook III level are required.

• Ability to train and follow recipes.

• Familiar with many phases of food preparation techniques.

• Must be able to provide own tools preferred.

• Must have knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment

• Must be able to work any shift to support business levels.

• Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.

• Ability to read, write and speak in English

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Mobility and dexterity to move large, heavy objects up to 100 pounds.

• Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils such as knives, spatulas, food tongs, etc and handling of food items.

• Must be able to work inside a kitchen and on a line during the entire shift

• Must be able tolerate areas with extreme hot and cold temperatures

• Must stand for long periods of time and work throughout entire shift.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, crouch, kneel, push, and pull when rotating stock and cleaning work area

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to operate the following kitchen equipment: stoves, grills, fryers, and other utensils in preparing food orders

• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues

• Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English and be able to conduct conversations with peers in a distinctive and persuasive manner.

GAMING PERMIT: N/A

The above is a minimal description of duties and responsibilities. Other work requirements may be necessary and assigned as the business needs evolve or change. Harrah's New Orleans reserves the right to make changes to this job description whenever necessary.

Harrah's New Orleans is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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