Banquet cook job description

At least one (1) year experience directly related to the accountabilities specified.

Overlooking the Missouri River, this 130,000 square-foot casino and AAA Four Diamond full-service luxury suite hotel is in historic St. Charles. With an architectural design derived from the historic wharf and train stations, Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles hints at the action inside. The streetscape continues the theme by following the design cues of St. Charles Port District complete with seven dining outlets, 12 bars, an entertainment venue, a full-service luxury day spa, indoor/outdoor pool, gift shop and 22,000 square-foot conference center.

Ameristar St. Charles

One Ameristar Blvd.

St. Charles, MO 63301

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry.

Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Corporate Mission
We, as members of Boyd Gaming Corporation, operate with only the highest degree of integrity, and rely on the competence and friendliness of each person in our organization to provide entertainment and service to satisfy our customers' wants.

Through teamwork, we strive to maximize shareholder value, to be among the leading companies in our industry and to provide opportunities for all while we support and enhance our communities.

Company Vision
Boyd Gaming is one of the nation’s leading casino entertainment companies. But we’re so much more – a Fortune 1000 company that retains the philosophy of a family-owned business, focused on creating long-term, sustainable growth for our shareholders. This philosophy defines and separates us from the competition, making us unique in our industry.

From our earliest beginnings in the 1970s, we made a commitment to our shareholders and our team members to create an operating style built around family. In a highly competitive industry, our Boyd Style of hospitality has come to define us in a most unique way.

Forging ahead in the coming years, we will remain focused on our three main goals: improving our operating performance, continuing to execute on our current growth strategy, and demonstrating our branding initiatives.

We remain confident in the strength of our Company to successfully meet whatever challenges lie ahead.

Hourly wage: $17-$20 depending on experience

$500 sign on bonus for all culinary positions at Grand America and Little America Hotel. Sign on bonus will be paid upon completion of 90 days with an average of 20 hours each week. Bonus paid less taxes.

The Banquet Cook is responsible for preparing and seasoning various kinds of food items, including vegetables, meats, and soups by following a prescribed recipe, with the aim of giving the customer an awesome service.

Duties/Responsibilities:
•Follow a given recipe and quality standard and prepare various food items, including vegetables, poultry, meats, and seafood for cooking using different methods and kitchen equipment such as oven, broilers, fryers, and grills
•Stock and manage assigned food station(s) and ensure quality of food served
•Physically inspect and see all food sent from the kitchen and make requisitions for food items and supplies that are needed
•Understand and adhere to company’s policies and processes, cooking methods, standard portion sizes, and kitchen rules and quality standards
•Ensure sufficient amount of food products are stocked and maintained at line stations to facilitate hitch-free service period
•Ensure food products are portioned before cooking by following standard portion sizes and recipe that has been specified
•Ensure work station area, including shelves, tables, grills fryers, pasta, boilers, cookers convection oven, sauté burners, refrigeration equipment, and flat top range are kept cleaned and sanitized always following safety and sanitation policies and processes of the company
•Keep to proper garnish set up and plate presentation for every dish
•Keep food servers informed of ticket times, and attend to orders from guests promptly and efficiently and with a friendly attitude

Qualifications:
•A minimum of 2 or 3 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred.
•Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
•Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
•Be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 9 hours).
•Must be able to follow printed recipes and plate specifications.
•Must maintain personal hygiene in accordance.

Cook at The Woodmark Hotel - $23.00 / Hour + $500 bonus after completing 60 days employment

For You:

Be part of a luxury revolution in the hospitality space. When you become a Team Member at the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa, you’re empowered to share your craft side by side with passionate and talented people inspired to create incredible guest moments every day.

If this approach aligns with your passions, join us at a place where your voice and opinion is an integral part of the next generation of hospitality.

Benefits and Perks:

• Easy access to work - centrally located in Kirkland, Washington
• • Free on-property parking.
• $5.00 credit towards Team Member meal for every day worked on property.
• Team member appreciation events and recognition celebrations.
• Carillon Point property discounts and perks.
• LifeMart discount program through ADP.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Group Life Insurance (PAID BY THE COMPANY)
• 401(k) Plan
• PTO
• Team member Assistance Program

What We Are Looking For:

To assist with promoting and facilitating a professional interactive role in our established culinary department. This position is responsible for ordering, cooking, preparing, and garnishing all hot food and cold food for Restaurants, Amenities, Room Service, and all Catered events. The Cook I will assist to maintain the AAA Four Diamond Standards.

The Cook I shall strive to provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests at all times. They will produce high quality Restaurant Food in an efficient and professional manner. They will be responsible for exemplifying the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa Culture as well as promoting our hotel values of Honesty, Enthusiasm, Integrity, Accountability and Passion for Service.