Line Cook

Job Overview: 

The line cook will prepare meals and follow establishment recipes. Duties include preparing ingredients, adhering to restaurant menu, and following food health and safety procedures. Cook, clean, assist other cooks and employees, and deliver food in a fast-paced environment. Work may include operating a grill, oven, or fryer.  

Responsibilities and Duties: 

Consistently offers professional, friendly, and proactive guest service while supporting fellow employees. 

Prepares and services all food items for a la carte menus according to restaurant recipes and standards. 

Actively shares ideas, opinions, and suggestions in daily shift briefings. 

Maintains proper rotation of product in all coolers to minimize wastage/spoilage. 

Takes and records temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.  

Ensures storeroom requisitions/orders are accurate. 

Has full knowledge of all menu items, daily features, and promotions. 

Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment. 

Follows kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards. 

Follows all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage. 

Assists Food & Beverage management team with stock-take as requested. 

Assists in transporting of food, beverage, and other items to and from the kitchen. 

Assists kitchen team in replenishing food items, crockery, cutlery, etc., on special functions/busy periods. 

Attends Department meetings as requested. 

Other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience: 

Casino, hotel, or resort experience preferred, but not required. 

3-5 years experience in kitchens and/or cooking is required. 

Basic food safety required. 

Skills and Abilities: 

Ability to work cohesively as part of a team. 

Ability to focus attention on guest needs, always remaining calm and courteous. 

Highly responsible and reliable. 

Follows all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage. 

Consistently offers professional, friendly, and engaging service. 

Follow outlet policies, procedures, and service standards. 

Professional demeanor and ability to approach situations in a tactful manner.  

Ability to work calmly under pressure and treat others with respect regardless of their status or position. 

A passion for providing excellent service and full alignment with the organization’s vision. 

Job Requirements: 

Ready and willing to work a flexible schedule, including graveyards, weekends, and holidays. The hours of work will be based on operational needs. 

Knowledge of AGLC Terms & Conditions and Operating Guidelines. 

Knowledge and ability to clearly explain operating house rules to guests and employees. 

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements: 

Walk/stand – Must be able to walk/stand throughout much of the shift. 

Talk/hear – must be able to detect, determine, identify, observe, inspect, and assess.  This position frequently communicates with guests and employees throughout the entirety of the shift. Must be able to exchange accurate information and professionalism in these situations.   

Ability to handle using a wok frequently. 

Occasional kneeling, pushing, and pulling. 

Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and ramps.   

Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. 

Works in an indoor, fast-paced environment. 

Advanced attention to detail. 

Ability to work under pressure.