Experienced Cook

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Our philosophy is to hire people with wonderful attitudes, who are dedicated to providing extraordinary service to our guests and colleagues. We believe in focusing on Team Members’ talent in order to discover their strengths and develop them to continue growth within the company.

• Top industry pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k with company match
• Comprehensive health packages, including a free option for Full-time Team Members
• Paid Time Off

The Experienced Cook is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to both our internal and external guests. A smile, kindness, courtesy, and industry knowledge are all pre-requisites of the job. Preparing wholesome quality food to our specification and managing a clean and organized workstation are the daily responsibilities for this position. Customer service, timeliness, and being a team player are the values that make our cooks and the property successful.

Responsible for performing all duties according to the Queen’s policies, procedures, and Internal Controls.

• Participate regularly in departmental and company meetings.
• Smiles, provides exceptional customer service, and always treats guests and coworkers with respect.
• Effectively communicates with front of house and back of house team members.
• Strong organizational skill, works clean, and in a safe and sanitary manner at all times.
• Follows recipes and internal standards to produce batch recipes and menu items for service.
• Properly operates, cleans, and maintains kitchen equipment to ensure longevity and desired results are achieved.
• Sets and keeps workstation and the surrounding areas properly stocked, clean, safe, and organized.
• Knowledgeable in the products the company serves.
• Knows and complies with all rules, regulations, and policies of the culinary department, company, and state/local laws.
• Follows the company’s attendance policy as well as other rules and regulations set forth in the handbook.
• Able to satisfactorily complete assignable work tasks requested by the departmental leaders.
• Must abide by all health department rules/regulations. Understands time and temperature controls and has a working knowledge of food safety.
• Communicates all guest service opportunities, quality issues, and product shortages to management.
• Must proactively prioritize needs and effectively manage resources.
• Immediately report any safety hazards, problems, or maintenance issues to the appropriate party.
• Ensure customer service standards are met and retained.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 4 years Cook experience in a fast-paced environment, required
• Food Handler Certification, required
• High School Diploma/GED, required
• Must have basic mathematical skills
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to work Weekends, Nights and Holidays
• Able to effectively communicate in English via verbal and written

The Queen Casino & Entertainment and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer.