Prep Cook (Full Time or Part Time) $15/hour

Employer:

• Derby City Gaming

Position Type:

• Full Time

Shift:

• Third

Category:

• Restaurants & Bars

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Application Deadline: 12-31-2022

COME JOIN THE FUN! Work in our state-of-the-art gaming facility, providing all guests and fellow Team Members with Derby City Gaming’s Core Values: Respect, Commitment, and Guest Service!

Once again, Derby City Gaming has been named a "Best Places to Work" in 2021! Must be 18 years or older to apply

*New Team Members are eligible for a retention bonus!

*Existing Team Members can earn a bonus for referring New Team Members!

Depending on Full- or Part-Time status, company benefits include:

• Competitive Pay
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Free Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k (with company match)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• A Variety of Team Member Discounts (Ford Affiliate Program, Verizon, AT&T, TicketsAtWork, Skechers, Sherwin Williams, Meal Discounts, Free Parking and more!)
• Advancement Opportunities
• Team Member Recognition Program
• Free Uniforms and Discounted Dry-Cleaning Services
• Round-Table Lunches with Company President
• Fun Team Member Events
• Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and griddles.
• Requires reading and math skills for recipes and measurements
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand basic English in order to read recipes and communicate with other team members
• Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all outlets food
• Adheres to control procedure for food costs and quality
• Verifies that all sanitation and nutrition practices are maintained by kitchen staff
• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest
• Be able to create compound sauces and derivatives of the mother sauces including the knowledge of Beurre Blancs
• Prepare written food requisition for supplies and food items for production in the work station – inventory.
• Verifies that all portion sizes, quality standards, departmental rules, policies, and procedures are maintained by kitchen staff, and supervises the production of all food items
• Ensure the safety and security of Team Members and guests. Implements programs and processes to reduce loss time injuries. 
• Other duties as assigned

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

• Abilities demonstrated in handling the banquets and food outlet effectiveness.
• Be in constant communication with the Executive Chef
• Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel – create a environment of development and learning
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to perform all duties at a higher level of accuracy and speed than a Cook I
• Willingness to assume overall responsibility relative to the performance of the department, work flexible hours and handle high pressure deadlines

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalence.
• Three-year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to work the line in different locations i.e. Sauté, Broiler, Appetizer, Pantry, Pasta, Grill etc.
• Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required.
• Able to obtain a valid racing license from regulatory body.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING 

Ability to pass a background check