Prep Cook (FT) - $14.50/hr at Churchill Downs Inc

Calvert City, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

14.5

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitchen Equipment Operation, Food Preparation, Recipe Reading, Basic English Communication, Food Cost Control, Health Code Compliance, Sauce Creation, Cleaning, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Fast-Paced Work, Customer Satisfaction, Team Coordination, Math Skills, Time Management

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Marshall Yards Racing & Gaming will be a newly constructed facility in a high-traffic area in Calvert City, Kentucky at the intersection of I-69 and I-24. The Property will feature nearly 240 state-of-the-art historical racing machines (“HRMs”), a sports bar and a retail sportsbook, simulcast wagering, and food and beverage offerings. The Assistant General Manager will be responsible for leading the successful overall direction, administration, and coordination of all operating activities of Marshall Yards Racing & Gaming including Pre-opening activities, culture creation, staffing, compliance with all regulatory requirements, and the ongoing operations of historical racing machine operations, gaming operations, simulcast operations, sportsbook operations, and entertainment operations.JOB SUMMARY The Prep Cook is responsible for prepping food items before shift safely, following menu specifications and standard recipes, to assist in serving guests.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to operate kitchen equipment, including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and griddles. Actively coordinates with staff to prep items needed in a timely and effective manner. Requires reading and math skills for recipes and measurements. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand Basic English to read recipes and communicate with other team members. Adheres to control procedures for food costs and quality. Actively encourages and abides by all health codes and hand-washing guidelines. 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. Meticulously clean all food preparation areas and kitchen equipment to ensure a healthy and clean environment for all Food and Beverage team members. Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintaining interpersonal working relationships among all personnel. Oral and written communication skills. Able to interact with internal and external guests in a friendly/fast manner. All internal and external guests must be treated in a manner to ensure complete satisfaction. Always strive to exceed our guests’ expectations. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to work an alternate schedule with a minimum of two (2) weeks’ notice. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. At least 1 year of experience in a professional kitchen area is preferred. Food safe certification from a recognized authority (ServSafe certification, etc.) is preferred. Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee may also be required to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and the functioning of machines.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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Responsibilities

The Prep Cook is responsible for prepping food items safely and following menu specifications to assist in serving guests. This includes operating kitchen equipment, coordinating with staff, and ensuring cleanliness in food preparation areas.