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Cook - Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
Gary, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent in this position is responsible for properly preparing any and all foods listed on the respective menu/s and assigned kitchen outlet/s.

Essential Functions

(These functions ore intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not al/ inclusive for this position)

  • Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
  • Prepares foods that are based on company standards and recipes. Ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of HRCNIN.
  • Keeps workstation neat and clean.
  • Assists co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen,
  • Ensures cleanliness of working area; reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas and accidents.
  • Ensures the proper storing of any foods. including those from a previous function.
  • Ensures that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition.
  • Ensures the proper closing down of workstations.
  • Assists with other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving; cooking* set up and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned, Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned. Assist other cooks during the food cooking and assembly process.
  • Clean up before shift ends. Clean and sanitize all work areas based on Food Safety rules and regulations, together with HRCNIN standards Clean up before shift ends.
  • Clean food preparation areas as determined by company policy.
  • Perform work regularly and predictably.
  • Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.
  • On occasion may perform duties for special events/ parties. Other duties as assigned.

Non-essential Functions

  • Attend seminars when needed.

Education And /Or Experience Requirements

(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)

This knowledge and these abilities are typically acquired through a High School Diploma or Equivalent. A culinary apprenticeships an associate degree from a culinary institution or an equivalent with some industry experience is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications. Testing, etc.):

  • Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal* State, and Indiana Gaming Commission,
  • Must successfully pass background check.
  • Must successfully pass drug screening,
  • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.

Knowledge Of

  • Food, food product, food preparation, etc.
  • Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
  • How to prepare stocks, soups* mother sauces, and all varieties of meat including veal, pork, beef, lamb, poultry, game* and seafood.

Ability To

  • Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.
  • Use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, choppers, slicers. mixers and grinders.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. The Team Member understands that employment with the Company is at-will and that no express and/or implied contract of employment exists unless it is in writing and signed by the Department Head. The Team Member further understands that conditions may require the Company to modify this Job Description and that the Company reserves the right to exercise its discretion to make such changes.

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