Cook II Garde Manger -Full Time, Garde Manger (Harrah's SoCal)

This role prepares all food orders in a timely manner and in accordance with Harrah’s standards and kitchen/outlets guide specifications. Will also maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work area and equipment in accordance with local USPH standards. 

Our ideal candidate: 

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• One year cooking experience in high volume food service operation is preferred.

• San Diego County Food Handlers certification required.

• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures 

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation

• Must have knowledge to operate and maintain all basic kitchen equipment.

• Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Problem-solving abilities with ability to quickly perform mathematical computations.

• Able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy. 

• Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required. 

• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime, if required. 

About the role: 

• Endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision, and Values

• Meet expected service delivery times as defined by department’s service standards or as required by receiver of service or goods.
• Ensure that all food products prepared meet the established specifications and standards prior to being served.
• Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items to the servers
• Prepare, cook, and season all food.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared.
• Perform all station functions necessary in the prep and cooking areas. 
• Always provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates.
• Ensure each order sent out is uniform and consistent.
• Adhere to kitchen maintenance and sanitation program.
• Control food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature and ensuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared food and leftovers.
• Prepare for rush period of work without getting behind.
• Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout kitchen.
• Keep stock on hand and organizes orders.
• Fill special orders when customers request it.
• Organize workday.
• Knowledgeable about Harrah’s facilities, promotions, and services
• Ensure products meet all recipe standards.
• Maintain portion consistency and food temperatures.
• Responsible for maintaining proper production levels.
• Calibrate pH meters, thermometers, and weight/volume measurement scales.

• Understand local sanitation, health code laws, weights, and measures requirements. 

• Ensure all required logbooks, temperature logs and inventory sheets are maintained and verified.

• Protect all company assets regarding waste, breakage, and theft.

• Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, knifes, equipment and machinery 

• Share equipment with co-workers.

• Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner.

• Ability to cooperate and interact effectively with both front and back of house personnel.

A few more things: 

• Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist and grasp.
• Must be able to have exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures.
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. 
• Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds in a cart.

• Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke.

Pay: $22.00 per hour

The above is a minimal description of duties and responsibilities. Other work requirements may be necessary and assigned as the business needs evolve or change. Harrah’s Resort Southern California reserves the right to make changes to this job description whenever necessary.   

Harrah’s Resort Southern California is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran. 

Preference is given to qualified Rincon tribal members and members of other federally recognized tribes. 

NOTE: By providing a mobile number, you agree to receive calls/texts to your number about your application, and other opportunities that may be of interest to you. You understand that, where applicable, messages may be sent using an automatic telephone dialing system and your consent to receive messages does not require you to make a purchase.