Description

As a Line Cook you will be supporting Duke’s Steakhouse by preparing customer orders in a timely and efficient manner.

Essential Job Function and Duties

• Prepare and produce menu items to standards in a quick and efficient manner.
• Be responsible for preparing menu items as directed by the recipes provided by the Room Chef and /or Executive Chef.
• Be responsible for quality and proportion size.
• Ensure that the quality and presentation of food products meets company standards.
• Work at least one station, maintaining the highest quality in finished product.
• Practice proper food handling.
• Practice proper knife handling skills.
• Use and apply proper kitchen safety procedures and basic cooking skills.
• Keep workstations always clean during service time.
• Disinfect and sanitize cutting boards and worktables.
• Ensure kitchen and Health Department sanitation requirements are always maintained.
• Perform all duties to company standards and policies.
• Ensure that no food leaves the kitchen without a ticket, including the manager’s meals.
• Properly wrap, label, date and store all food items in their proper areas.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable Company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain an open line of communication with Management.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor during all interactions with guest, fellow team members, and vendors.
• Ability to accept performance feedback in a professional manner.
• Arrive on time and regular attendance to all scheduled shifts is considered an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma and/or GED preferred.
• Must have 3 to 5 years in a fast-paced kitchen, planning and preparing.
• Ability to maintain clean personal hygiene.
• Experience in casino environment desired.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to successfully work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Knowledge of Asian dishes is a plus.
• Must have job related tools.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• The ability to maintain composure in a potentially stressful environment.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, with variable overtime.
• High School Diploma and/or GED preferred.
• Must have the ability to successfully interact with other team members and management.
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondary smoke, high noise levels, bright lights and dust.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Required Work Cards

• Food Handler’s Certification