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Cook - Full Time, Main Kitchen (Harrah's SoCal)
full-timeValley Center

Summary

Location

Valley Center

Type

full-time

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About this role

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.

  • Six months to one year cooking experience in high volume food service operation is preferred.
  • San Diego County Food Handlers certification required.
  • Must possess organizational skills.  
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime if requested.
  • 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

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.
  • 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, organizes orders, and fills special orders when customers request it.
  • Knowledgeable about Harrah’s facilities, promotions, and services
  • Ensure products meet all recipe standards.
  • Maintain portion consistency and food temperatures by ensuring all required logbooks, temperature logs and inventory sheets are maintained and verified.
  • 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. 

  • 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: $21.00 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. 

 


“Join us in our battle against boredom! Creativity, innovation and inspiration welcome!”
Are you ready to take a step in the fun direction? Join the team at the fourth largest resort property in San Diego County!

Why would you to want to join our team? At Harrah’s Resort Southern California, making grownups smile is what we do best, which is why we stack our dream team with passionate, energetic, Funmakers. It’s a place where creativity, innovation and inspiration are always welcome! We provide a funner (we are in Funner, California after all!) culture which encourages and celebrates people being the best that they can be. It’s a special environment that you can’t find anywhere else!

Other facts

Tech stack
Cooking,Food Preparation,Sanitation Standards,Organizational Skills,Problem-Solving,Mathematical Computation,Knife Skills,Food Presentation,Time Management,Customer Service,Teamwork,Inventory Management,Health Code Knowledge,Stress Management,Equipment Maintenance,Communication

About Caesars Entertainment

Owned and operated by Caesars Entertainment, Harrah’s and Harveys Lake Tahoe are located on the south shore of Lake Tahoe, North America’s largest alpine lake, central to unequaled year-round beauty and America’s largest concentration of ski resorts.

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. is the largest casino-entertainment Company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, NV, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment, Inc. has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc.'s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. offers diversified gaming, entertainment and hospitality amenities, one-of-a-kind destinations, and a full suite of mobile and online gaming and sports betting experiences. All tied to its industry-leading Caesars Rewards loyalty program, the Company focuses on building value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700. For more information, please visit. www.caesars.com/corporate.

Caesars Entertainment promotes a collaborative culture where accountability, passion, and idea sharing create a foundation for innovation and continuous improvement in the casino entertainment industry.

Caesars is always looking for intellectually-curious professionals who are aligned with our values, motivated by meritocracy, and inspired by our commitment to our guests, team members, communities, and environment. Learn what it’s like to join a diverse by design team at Caesars Entertainment and check out our open jobs.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Gambling Facilities and Casinos

What you'll do

  • The Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and seasoning all food orders in a timely manner while ensuring quality and presentation meet established standards. They must maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and adhere to sanitation and health code regulations.

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What does a Cook - Full Time, Main Kitchen (Harrah's SoCal) do at Caesars Entertainment?

As a Cook - Full Time, Main Kitchen (Harrah's SoCal) at Caesars Entertainment, you will: the Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and seasoning all food orders in a timely manner while ensuring quality and presentation meet established standards. They must maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and adhere to sanitation and health code regulations..

Why join Caesars Entertainment as a Cook - Full Time, Main Kitchen (Harrah's SoCal)?

Caesars Entertainment is a leading Gambling Facilities and Casinos company.

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The Cook - Full Time, Main Kitchen (Harrah's SoCal) position at Caesars Entertainment is based in Valley Center, California, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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