Buffet Senior Level Cook, Southland Casino

The Opportunity

Pay: Minimum $17 - Maximum $18

Minimum pay rate: $17.00 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Benefits

• Training and development opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee discounts
• Employee assistance program

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper food temperatures are maintained and food is stored correctly.
• Use waste control guidelines and records all waste on spoilage sheet.
• Ensure freshness and quality of all menu items and packages all products to proper specifications.
• Complete end of day inventory and other opening/closing duties in accordance with company checklists and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned.
• May plan menus and estimate required food quantities, labor, and overhead costs. May lead the work of kitchen assistants in preparing, cooking, and storing food, as well as in maintaining kitchen and storage facilities in sanitary condition.
• Utilize kitchen equipment to prepare food items such as: knives, slicers, whips, pots, pans, warmers, steamers, grills, ovens, etc.
• Keep workstation, coolers and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
• Assist in training and coaching of other team members.
• Comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures.
• Review menus and customer orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared, properly measures and portions all food items.
• Follow and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations.
• Perform opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according proper guidelines.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes.
• At least 2 years previous experience in back-of-the-house foodservice position required.
• Basic math skills; ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions.
• Participation in a culinary program is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip etc. a variety of foods and liquids.
• Standing and walking for entire length of shift.
• Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle or operate dangerous kitchen equipment.
• Kitchen environment - noise levels may be moderate-to-high.
• Works frequently in a hot and damp environment.
• Frequently required to reach up to 6 to 7 feet, twist at waist, bending and squatting
• Pushing and pulling occasionally, to move equipment, mops and brooms.

Shift Details

2nd Shift
Holidays
Weekends
Varies

Who We Are

Southland Casino Racing, owned and operated by Delaware North, features more than 1,500 slot machines, live blackjack, craps and roulette tables, live greyhound racing and simulcast wagering. Southland is located in West Memphis, Arkansas, only a short drive from downtown Memphis, Tennessee.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.