Prep Cook - Maverick Casino & Hotel Elko

Prep Cook - Maverick Casino & Hotel Elko

The Prep Cook assists the chefs in the preparation and service of menu items and performs a number of kitchen activities including pot washing, dish washing, general cleaning duties, and storing food and non-food supplies. Works between both Maverick Casino & Hotel and Gold Country Inn & Casino.

Pay Range: $16-$19 /hr DOE

Housing options available after 90 days

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist chefs in preparation and service of various foods in assigned workstations including pantry items, salads, soups, sauces, and with pre-preparation of ingredients for entrees.
• Stock the hot buffet unit for meal service.
• Store and properly handle raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies.
• Operate dish washing equipment and wash dishes and pots.
• Empty trash cans as required.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures.
• Follow proper food handling techniques and coordinate the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense.
• Perform related and/or other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Previous prep or line cook experience (6 months).
• Knowledge of cooking procedures and kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules for kitchen equipment.
• Maintain safety in a high-pace and hot environment.
• Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and organize, uses time efficiently.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with Chefs, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Actively promote and personally observe safety and security procedures and use equipment and materials properly.
• Must be able to work unsupervised.
• Outgoing personality, positive attitude, strong communication skills, and pleasant clean appearance.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare food according to food handler's guidelines.

Working Conditions:

This position typically works variety of shifts, including weekend and holidays. Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds.

Team Members Will Enjoy:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible schedules
• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Short-Term/Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee meal discount program
• And more!

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.

Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer have violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

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