Hospitality Cook –Part-Time | Harrah’s Joliet

Hospitality Cook – Part‑Time | Harrah’s Joliet

Joliet, IL, United States (On‑site)

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Join our dynamic food and beverage team as we search for friendly and enthusiastic, experienced cooks! If you're passionate about the culinary arts, love the thrill of greeting guests, and are eager to dive into food prep, we want YOU to be part of our amazing crew!

We're on the lookout for someone who truly knows their way around the kitchen—hardworking, reliable, and dedicated to providing exceptional service. If you're ready to bring your energy and passion for cooking to our team, we can’t wait to hear from you!

We have two fantastic spots for you to work at:
Tortazo, a fast‑casual eatery by Michelin‑starred Chef Rick Bayless, where you can indulge in delicious Mexican flavors, and Cross Street Grill, a cozy place known for its mouthwatering burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and sweet treats.

Join us in crafting a magical atmosphere where every guest feels truly special!

• Provide fast, clean and efficient service of all menu items to the service team.
• Ensure each order is consistent with recipe and menu guidelines.
• Control food production and ensure proper cooking methods.
• Complete work assigned in a timely manner to ensure freshness and quality.
• Prepare foods according to business demands.
• Provide a consistent flow of product and service to our guests.
• Ensure economical utilization of all products.
• Act as a role model and present oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourage others to do the same.
• Adhere to all department and company policies and procedures.
• Perform all related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma required; culinary degree preferred.
• Wide range of food knowledge.
• Must be familiar with production, à la carte and fast‑food cooking.
• Must know proper cooking temperatures, holding temperatures and sanitation practices to ensure safe food handling and safe food products to our guests.
• Possesses knowledge of all kitchen equipment including breakdown, set‑up and sanitation.
• Board of Health Sanitation Certificate in sanitation and food handling required.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekends.
• Great personality and a team‑player attitude are required.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. above and below shoulder level and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Position requires 30% standing, 70% walking.
• Requires very frequent bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching overhead. Must be able to respond to touch, speech, smell, aural and visual cues.
• Must be able to work in an area containing secondary smoke.
• Must possess coordination and dexterity to use kitchen utensils.
• Must be able to tolerate industry standard cleaning/sanitizing chemicals.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment involving constant internal and external customer contact.

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

Employment Type

– Part Time

• 401(k) retirement plan to help you save for the future, with employer contributions maximum of 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to ensure a work‑life balance and time for personal needs
• Education Assistance program to support your professional development and continuous learning
• Exclusive Team Member Discounts as a recognition of your valuable contribution to the team
• Swing Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm
• Late Swing: 7:00 pm - 3:30 am

NOTE:

The schedule may vary based on the operational requirements of the business, so flexibility is essential.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technical developments).

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