Banquet Lead Cook

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Competently operate all stations in the buffet as assigned (both front and back of house).
  • Take responsibility for all food produced by the Banquet kitchen.
  • Train all new cooks at any and all stations as needed.
  • Prepare food for banquet menus.
  • Handle banquet food plating and presentation.
  • Take direction from the Banquet Chef.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen.
  • Assume a leadership role in the kitchen.
  • Provide a consistently high level of service.
  • Identify issues and suggest potential solutions.
  • Promote an atmosphere of teamwork.
  • Ensure that all Banquet staff members remain busy and motivated.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in a full-service restaurant required.
  • Experience with buffet food and banquets preferred, but not required.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES

  • Adaptable and willing to embrace change.
  • Able to connect and establish relationships with guests and team members.
  • Quality-focused.
  • Cheerful, upbeat attitude.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Organized and efficient.
  • Excellent knife skills.
  • Able to work with very little supervision.
  • Able to meet multiple deadlines.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Strong culinary knowledge.
  • Strong skill level at all cooking stations.
  • Strong teaching skills.
  • Excellent knowledge and use of sanitation practices.
  • Able to work under stressful conditions.

UNIVERSAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Sensitivity to various cultures, including Native American cultures.
  • Regular attendance and punctuality.
  • Able and willing to work any changes in scheduled hours as required.
  • Serve as a credit to Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel, and encourage others to do the same.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Mobility throughout the facility.
  • Able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • Able to stand for long periods of time.
  • Able to tolerate heat.
  • Good coordination and manual dexterity.

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