lead cook - Natchez, United States - SARATOGA HARNESS RACING, INC.

Description

Magnolia Bluffs Casino, purchased by Saratoga Casino Holdings, LLC in October of 2022, is the newest property to the three-casino brand. Situated in the heart of Natchez, MS, is the site where Learner's Mill opened up in 1828 and operated as a sawmill until 1962.We offer the local community and tourists daily entertainment with numerous slot machines, poker, black jack and roulette tables, delicious dining options and weekend entertainment. In addition to our boasting casino, we operate a beautiful hotel with the areas only saltwater pool.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Exec Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen, along with communicating with the Culinary, Team Cafeteria and Stewarding staff on daily needs, requirements and expectations.
• Coordinate production of Ala Carte foods. Works along with the Exec Chef to ensure quality meets all menu and plating specifications.
• Train, prepare and cook foods hand in hand with the culinary staff to effectively work all hot and cold line stations.
• Assist in the preparation of menu items while maintaining daily workstation high-cost inventories and par level controls, as well as period end inventories.
• Assign, in detail and outlined by the Restaurant Chef, duties to culinary staff for efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Visually inspect, select and use only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, fowl and other food products of the highest standards in the preparation of all menu items while keeping food cost in line.
• Effectively communicate with all Food and Beverage staff.
• Ensure that the production and stewarding department maintain the standards set forth by the Local and State Health Department Codes.
• Recommends and documents discipline as applicable.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Promote outstanding customer relations.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma required. Culinary School Degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) to four (4) years of experience preferred

Other:

• Able to lift and carry 30 lbs. frequently.
• Able to stand and walk for 6-8 hours.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

As a member of the team, you will enjoy the following benefits.

• Company paid health insurance through UHC Surest
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Employee Assistance Program through Total Care EAP
• Quarterly Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts through EAP and Tickets at Work partnerships
• Discounted Employee Meals

Magnolia Bluffs Casino is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to workforce diversity. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status. Magnolia Bluffs is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities that request such accommodations.