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White Lodging

Entry Level Cook - Clubhouse

West Lafayette, IN · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

This entry-level cook role is ideal for recent culinary school graduates, career changers, or anyone passionate about food and beverage who wants hands-on training in a professional hotel kitchen. No ...

White Lodging Services Corp

Cook

Richmond, VA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

WHAT YOU'LL DO • An Entry Level Cook is a Culinarian in training position, the full and all job duties will be learned and practiced • Utilize company F&B procedures as well as health department ...

IHOP

Prep and Entry Level Cook

Billings, MT · On-site

$16/hr

Prep Cook and Entry Level Fry-Line Cook Responsibilities: Maintain a clean, sanitized and well-organized work areas. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment. Check the quality of the ingredients. Prep ...

White Lodging Careers

Entry Level Cook - Jimmy Vs

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

This entry-level cook role is ideal for recent culinary school graduates, career changers, or anyone passionate about food and beverage who wants hands-on training in a professional hotel kitchen. No ...

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An Entry Level Cook is responsible for basic food preparation and assisting in the kitchen under the supervision of senior chefs. Duties may include chopping ingredients, following recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards. This position helps individuals gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen setting. It is a great starting point for those looking to advance in the culinary field.

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As an Entry Level Cook, your workday often starts with prepping ingredients and setting up your workstation according to the day's menu. Throughout your shift, you'll prepare and cook dishes under the supervision of senior cooks or kitchen managers, assist with cleaning and organization, and restock supplies as needed. The pace can be fast, especially during meal rushes, and you’ll frequently collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure orders are accurate and timely. This hands-on experience helps you build essential culinary skills and fosters a strong understanding of team operations in a professional kitchen.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Cook, you need basic cooking skills, familiarity with food safety standards, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions, often gained through high school education or culinary training programs. Exposure to kitchen equipment like grills, fryers, ovens, and knowledge of food handling certifications (such as ServSafe) are typically expected. Attention to detail, reliability, strong communication, and teamwork are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualifications help ensure delicious, safe meals are prepared efficiently while maintaining a positive, productive kitchen environment.

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To start as an entry level cook with no experience, focus on gaining basic kitchen skills, such as knife handling and food safety, through online courses or volunteering. Apply for entry-level positions at restaurants or cafes, emphasizing your willingness to learn and work in a team; some employers may provide on-the-job training. Obtaining a food handler's permit can also improve your chances of getting hired.
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Entry Level Cook

Welch, MN • On-site

Treasure Island Resort & Casino
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$20/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Treasure Island Resort & Casino rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Pay Rate: $20.00 an hour with $2.00 an hour additional shift differential on swing and grave shift

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for quality, quantity, consistency and timeliness of food preparation
  • Ensure quality food presentation, portioning and proper garnishes / substitution procedures are followed
  • Demonstrate knowledge of menu items and standards
  • Follow procedures for food storage, rotation, spoilage, sanitation and prevention of cross-contamination
  • Follow recipes, times and temperatures in order to produce quality, consistent products
  • Maintain a safe, organized and clean work area and conform to Indian Health Service standards
  • Assist cashiers as need to include greeting guests, taking/delivering food and beverage orders, operating point-of-sales system and handling cash and cash equivalents

KNOWLEDGE AND CERTIFICATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required Knowledge and Certification:

  • 2 years a la carte cooking experience
  • Previous knowledge of kitchen design and the operation of grills, roast-and-hold ovens, conventional and convection ovens, fryers, etc.

Required Skills:

  • Accurate and detail-oriented
  • Highly organized and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
  • Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Required Abilities:

  • Ability to work fast and efficiently
  • Ability to follow established dress code policies and practice good personal hygiene
  • Ability to learn proper equipment usage
  • Ability to interact with guests, coworkers and management in a professional and courteous manner

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Must be able to walk and / or stand and exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to 8 hours
  • Must have a good sense of balance, and be able to bend, kneel and stoop
  • Must be able to reach and twist routinely
  • Must be able to push, pull and grasp objects routinely
  • Must have the ability to independently lift 25+ pounds routinely
  • Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions
  • Must have good eye hand coordination

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • Work is performed in the kitchen including fumes and hot and cold temperatures and may include going onto the gaming floor, which has flashing lights, frequent loud noises and cigarette smoke
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including all shifts, weekends and holidays

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