What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook II - Buffet position at Northfield Park Racino?
Primary Purpose
As a Buffet Cook, you will be responsible for skillfully applying culinary techniques.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintain solid knowledge of food products and skillfully apply culinary techniques.
- Identify and safely use kitchen equipment.
- Restock kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
- Properly label and date products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
- Maintain solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation.
- Assist kitchen leadership and staff in execution of service.
- Maintain solid knowledge, understanding and preparation of base sauces, stocks and soups.
- Work as a team, assist all guests’ needs and inquiries.
Required for All Jobs
- Performs other job-related duties as requested.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Education
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent - Required
Work Experience
- 2 Years of Prior Relevant Experience in a similar resort setting - Preferred
- 1 Years of Prior Relevant Experience as a Cook - Preferred
Additional Requirements
- Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays. - Required
- Formal Culinary training. - Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KSAs
- Knowledgeable of weights, measures and various cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of knives and knife skills, standard kitchen equipment and supplies, including, but not limited to toasters, refrigerators, coolers, slicers, beverage machines, Cryovac machine and smallwares.
- Knowledge of health, safety and sanitation regulations.
- Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts.
Physical Requirements
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected work environments.
Mental Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected mental requirements.