Cook Lead, Manning's Sportsbar (Caesars New Orleans)

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• FREE Downtown Team Member Parking
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• Free Team Member Assistance Program
• Team Member Discounted Hotel Room Rates
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• Discount Program within Caesars Partner Network
• Tuition & Student Loan Debt Repayment Assistance
• First Time Homebuyer Program
• Child Care Assistance Program
• 401k Matching

JOB SUMMARY: The Cook Lead at Mannings Sports Bar & Grill is responsible for producing high-quality food and assisting in the daily operations of the kitchen in accordance with company standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the managing of the day-to-day operation of the assigned function (Mannings) in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in administration of training programs within the assigned function; counsels guides and instructs personnel in the proper performance of their duties.
• Coordinates the maintenance and development of methods for quality preparation of food; assists in the maintenance of procedures for food service and present menu items for maximum customer satisfaction.
• Ensures that available facilities are adequate for the performance of duties by assigned personnel.
• Assists in maintaining and instructing assigned personnel as to safety policies and procedures and follows up to ensure hazards are eliminated. Monitors appearance of food served and communicates deviations from standard to the Kitchen Manager.
• Shows skills in grade manager broiler saut stations saucier and large quantity cooking according to recipe specifications.
• Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars and encourages others to do the same. Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory departmental and company policies.
• Demonstrates Caesars Spotlight 5 behaviors: Initiates Friendly Greeting Smiles and Makes Eye Contact Demonstrates Upbeat and Positive Attitude Checks for Satisfaction Provides a Warm Farewell.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years old or older
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to train and follow recipes.
• Local Health Department sanitation certificate preferred.
• Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques.
• 3-5 years minimum of previous culinary experience.
• Must have some working knowledge of Soups Sauces Meat Poultry Seafood Dressings Desserts and Salads. All of these with an eye for presentation and display.
• Working knowledge and the ability to work in all classifications below a cook II level are required.
• Must have knowledge of kitchen sanitation operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment
• Must be able to work any shift to support business levels.
• Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.

PHYSICAL MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Mobility and dexterity to move large heavy objects up to 100 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils such as knives spatulas food tongs etc and handling of food items.
• Must be able to work inside a kitchen and on a line during the entire shift
• Must be able tolerate areas with extreme hot and cold temperatures
• Must stand for long periods of time and work throughout entire shift.
• Must be able to bend stoop reach crouch kneel push and pull when rotating stock and cleaning work area
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to operate the following kitchen equipment: stoves grills fryers and other utensils in preparing food orders
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues
• Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations.
• Must be able to speak read write and understand English and be able to conduct conversations with peers in a distinctive and persuasive manner.

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. Caesars New Orleans reserves the right to make changes to this job description whenever necessary.

Caesars New Orleans 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.

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