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

Job DescriptionJOIN A TEAM THAT GOES ALL-IN ON YOUCaesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel is a destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to deliver extraordinary experiences for our guests. Are you ready to join a team that embraces a family culture, blazes the trail, and commits to delivering Family-Style Service at every turn? We want you to become an integral part of our vision to create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. Become a part of our winning team and bring your fun spirit along with you!BENEFITS: Caesars New Orleans is proud to offer our team members a professional, fun, and welcoming atmosphere. Our team members also enjoy exclusive benefits, such as:• FREE Downtown Team Member Parking• Discounted Monthly Bus Passes• Free Team Member Assistance Program• Team Member Discounted Hotel Room Rates• Fun and Free Team Member Events• Discount Program within Caesars Partner Network• Tuition & Student Loan Debt Repayment Assistance• First Time Homebuyer Program• Child Care Assistance Program• 401k MatchingEssential Job Functions• production of any necessary food for Mannings.• Assists in the managing of the day-to-day operation of the assigned function (Manning's) 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.NOTE: By providing a mobile number, you agree to receive calls/texts to your number about your application, and other opportunities that may be of interest to you. You understand that, where applicable, messages may be sent using an automatic telephone dialing system and your consent to receive messages does not require you to make a purchase.About UsCaesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel earned recognition as a City Business “Best Places to Work” honoree and was named “#1 Large Employer” in the New Orleans area by the “Times-Picayune” Top Workplaces program. A destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to provide exceptional experiences for our guests.Caesars New Orleans Casino is a Caesars Entertainment company. Our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe® and Eldorado® brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values – Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail – every day. Our mission, “Create the Extraordinary”. Our vision, “Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars”. If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.