Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description

POSITION TITLE:                          Wok Specialist 

DEPARTMENT:                                Food and Beverage (Gordon Ramsay, Noodle Bar)

GRADE/FLSA STATUS:                H10-Non-Exempt

BADGE TYPE/COLOR:                 Work Permit - Green

REPORTS TO:                                  Sous Chef

SUPERVISES:                                    N/A

JOB SUMMARY:

Prepare all food orders in a quick and timely manner in accordance with established recipes.

JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values

• Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items to the servers

• Responsible for preparing other various food products Ensuring the quality and presentation of food products prepared

• Performing all station functions necessary in the prep and cooking areas 

• Providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times

• Prepare, cook, and season all food

• Ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared

• Able to prepare and serve menu items in front of guests

• Ensure each order sent out is uniform and consistent

• Adhere to kitchen maintenance and sanitation program

• Control food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature and ensuring sanitation, handling, and storage of prepared food 

• Prepare for rush period of work without getting behind organizing workday to accommodate needs

• Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout kitchen

• Keep stock on hand and organizes orders

• Protect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theft

• Maintain orders for preparation needed and ordered to meet the day’s production needs

• Fill special orders when customers request it

• Keep errors to a minimum

• Knowledgeable about Harrah’s facilities, promotions, and services

• Complete a task, even if overtime is involved

• Display and arrange visual presentation of products in trays and cases 

• Apply proper cutting techniques, piece count, packaging, and labeling standards 

• Ensure all deliveries to satellite locations are being made according to standards and in a timely fashion 

• Ensure all food safety guidelines and procedures are being followed as outlined in HAACP Plans and SOP’s 

• Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements 

• Ensure all required logbooks, including rice pH log and temperature logs, are maintained, and verified 

• Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications

• Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware, and machinery 

• Share equipment with co-workers

• Calibrate pH meters and thermometers 

• Monitor production volume on a daily and weekly basis 

• Abide by appearance standards

• Complete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leaving

• Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader

• Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Six months cooking experience required

• One-year cooking experience outside casino preferred

• Successful completion of Level II testing required

• ServSafe certified, knowledge of HAACP Standards required

• Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Able to operate and maintain the following kitchen equipment: stoves, grills, fryers, Maki Machine other basic equipment and other utensils when preparing food orders

• Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required 

• Problem-solving abilities with the ability to quickly perform mathematical computations

• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously

• Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shifts

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart

• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, and twist items 

• Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation

• Must be able to have exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures

• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English 

• Must be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy

• Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibrations, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.  Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary           8.28.23