Cook II, Banquets (Caesars New Orleans)

The Banquet Cook II prepares and produces menu items to recipe standards in a quick and efficient manner.

• Prepare items such as but not limited to soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, breakfast items and desserts.  Prepares cooks and seasons all food.
• Follows all recipe standards.  Ensures each order sent out is consistent with recipe specifications.
• Controls food production to include:  proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.
• Prepares for a rush period of work without getting behind.
• Prepares cooks and seasons all foods to recipe specs.  Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
• Shows skills in Garde manger, broiler, sauté’ stations, saucier, and large quantity cooking according to recipe specifications.
• 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.

• Must be at least 21 years old to work in a casino hotel
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques.
• Local Health Department sanitation certificate.
• 1 year prior experience as Prep Cook or Fast Food Cook.

Additional Requirements:

• Mobility and dexterity to move large, heavy objects up to 100 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils and handling of food items.