Job Description

Job LocationsUS-NV-RENO
ID
2024-19754
Employment Type
Full-Time
Subdivision
Food & Beverage

Overview

Come join Team Atlantis! As a Cook in the Employee Dining Room, you will play a vital role in providing delicious and nutritious meals for our valued employees. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes to the highest standards while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Your ability to work efficiently, follow recipes, and collaborate with the kitchen team is essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

  • Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety and quality.
  • Collaborate with fellow kitchen staff to ensure efficient production and timely service.
  • Utilize various cooking techniques such as grilling, frying, sautéing, baking, and roasting to create flavorful and visually appealing dishes.
  • Adjust cooking methods and timings based on ingredient freshness and guest preferences.
  • Execute menu items with precision, maintaining consistency in taste, appearance, and portion size.
  • Monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages or excesses to the sous chef or kitchen manager.
  • Taste and evaluate dishes for flavor, seasoning, and quality before they are served to guests.
  • Implement corrective actions when necessary to ensure the highest standard of dishes.
  • Work closely with fellow cooks, kitchen staff to coordinate cooking times and maintain a smooth kitchen operation.
  • Participate in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff members.
  • Adhere to strict hygiene, health, and safety standards, including proper use of equipment, utensils, and personal protective equipment.
  • Keep workstations clean and organized, practicing good sanitation habits throughout the shift.
  • Manage multiple orders simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while upholding quality standards.
  • Assist in maintaining kitchen inventory, rotating stock, and minimizing food waste.
  • Other duties as assigned my management

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Cook in a high-volume restaurant setting.
  • Knowledge of various cooking techniques and methods.
  • Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Culinary degree or relevant culinary certifications are a plus.

**Physical Requirements: **

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy pots, pans, and trays.
  • Comfortable working in a hot and fast-paced kitchen environment.

***Must adhere to all appearance standards, including but not limited to no "visible" tattoos/piercings or unnatural hair colors. ***

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa fosters a team working environment and an environment that is focused on Team Member recognition and appreciation. Some of the ways in which we accomplish this is by offering the following:

  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, supplemental coverage)
  • 401K retirement savings plan + discretionary match
  • Education Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Scholarship Opportunity
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holiday Pay
  • Recreation /Fitness Discounts
  • Weekly Resort Prizes
  • Career Development and Training Workshops
  • FREE daily meal
  • Internal Advancement
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