Buffet - Cook II

Valley View Casino & Hotel
Any Location, CA
Category Food Services
Job Description
The Cook II will safely prepare food items while following menu specifications and standard recipes in a quick, timely, and accurate manner. The position requires three years of experience as a Cook in a high-volume restaurant environment, demonstrated proficiency in braising, sautéing, broiling, and poaching, and ability to stand on a hard surface for long periods of time.

Requirements

  • Maintain positive guest relations at all times, resolving guest complaints and ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Provide clear direction, instruction and guidance to team members.
  • Organize and delegate work assignments and tasks to meet deadlines.
  • Train lower-level cooks in proper equipment usage.
  • Exhibit knowledge, understanding, and application of various cooking techniques.
  • Ability to work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment (knives) requiring fine finger dexterity.
  • Exhibit preparation and knowledge of base sauces, stocks, and soups.
  • Actively participate with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble food.
  • Demonstrate ability to work the line in different locations.
  • Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and flat top.
  • Maintain a solid knowledge of all food products.
  • Prepare order lists for recipe preparations.
  • Perform all assigned side work to include replenishing/restocking work station with supplies.
  • Adhere to control procedure for food costs and quality.
  • Rotate all products on the first-in, first-out philosophy. Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
  • Check station before, during, and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
  • Abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines and encourage team members to do the same.
  • Fully observe all safety procedures.
  • Strive for picture perfect plate presentation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.
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