Job Description

Cook II is responsible to support the Management in the successful production of raw and/or cooked food


products for culinary operations at Horseshoe Indianapolis. Position will be engaged in the safe and efficient


preparation of food utilizing various cooking techniques and equipment, i.e. Station set up, prep work,


frying, sauteing, griddling, brazing, carving, broiling, boiling, and steaming all meats, fish, vegetables, wild


game and poultry producing soups, stocks, sauces, cold salads, sandwiches, cold displays, salad dressings,


slicing deli meats and cheese for consumption by guests, as well as other duties as assigned.


In the service of guest in a restaurant environment by the greeting and seating of guests as they enter


or exit the restaurant, handle money transaction as payment for product and services provided in the


restaurant, including server station rotation, managing wait times, clearing of tables, check transactions


i.e. cash, credit card, comp, players club points, and travelers check transactions, as well as other duties


as assigned. Note - this position will not involve any function involving casino gambling by patrons.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for practicing, supporting, and promoting Horseshoe Indianapolis Company-wide culture and


demonstrating Excellent Service Standards at all times. Responsibilities including but not limited to:
Safe efficient production of food products including quality and quantity control, par levels, food
storage, and product rotation, cutting, slicing, saute, frying, mixing, grilling, mixing, etc.
Assist with set up and operation of multiple stations with in area, coach Cook Level I for cross
utilization of labor and upward mobility opportunities
Produce Stocks, Soups, Sauces as part of preparation of daily food (meal period) service Follow Standard Operational Procedures (SOP's) and production list to meet required par levels and
specifications for assigned station or duties at Horseshoe Indianapolis


Maintains standards of sanitation, kitchen and personal hygiene and cleanliness, as well as food service
techniques and safety all with regard to the safe handling of food products for guest's consumption.
Display knowledge of all emergency procedures including familiarity with MSDS (Material Safety Data
Sheets) for chemical usage.
Communicate on a consistent basis with supervising Chef keeping them abreast of all department
activities, and ensure that kitchen and equipment are in good working order and that the work area


is clean and hazard-free. Notify supervising Chef immediately if kitchen and equipment are not in


good, safe working order.
Possess the ability to work with Co-workers in any kitchen environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED required. College Degree or Culinary Arts Degree is Helpful. Position requires


2 (two) years experience in the Food Service Industry as a Cook I or similar position. Position requires the


ability to successfully set up and work multiple stations within outlet or area, and moderate food knowledge


consisting of Cook Level I plus, sauce, soup, stock production, seasonings, cooking styles, and techniques,


plating presentation and components, grades of meats, produce, dairy products, etc. based upon the USDA


standards. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, distinguish letters, numbers, symbols and


be involved in daily professional communication with co-workers and guests. The position requires math skills


as well as the ability to measure, and estimate, and the ability to multi task, possess proper knife skills, basic


food knowledge inclusive of specifications (size, shape, color, package size, weight, growing season, origin,


seasonal availability) as defined by hiring management. The Position requires the trained use of kitchen


equipment such as knives, stoves, ovens, fryers, steamers, choppers, grinders, mixers, sealers, etc. Must


be able to demonstrate and ensure that daily work performed is conducted within HACCP guidelines.


Required to comply with safe and hazard free work environment practices stipulated Horseshoe Indianapolis,


County/State/Federal Department of Health and OSHA policies, procedures and regulations. Must be able


to obtain Indiana Horse Racing Commission License. Position requires scheduling flexibility, may be required


to work weekends, holidays, overnight, or overtime, based upon scheduling and business needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to


successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to


enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires the ability to


lift up to 50 lbs, push or pull 150 to 250 lbs on a pushcart, and enter walk-ins of-10 degrees to 140


degrees Fahrenheit with or without assistance. Handle heat from cooking appliances, food and


dish/glass/ware washing machines. The position also requires normal or corrected vision range, with the


ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols. Ability to stand for duration of shift walk frequently,


bend and/or reach to a height of 6 feet with or without assistance (stand, sit, walk, lift, reach, push, pull,


grasp).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters


while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors and involves


continuous exposure to high and low temperatures, sunlight, fluorescent light, wet surfaces and noise. Work


may entail trained chemical usage and constant contact with fellow employees and guests. Work is typically


in an area, which may be unusually hot, cold, noisy, and may contain cigar, cigarette, or cooking smoke.


Work may be performed in small areas with a 3 ft. wide access. Tasks will be performed from a primarily


non-sitting position (approx 95% standing, walking and 5% sitting). Employees will be required to navigate


safely on potentially slippery floors. Tasks include the maintenance and care of assigned area or any tasks


assigned by senior management. Horseshoe Indianapolis is a smoking establishment, therefore must be


able to work in a smoking environment. Must be able to work in a highly populated fast-paced and noisy


environment. This position performs function of work outside the gaming space, with some performing all or


a bulk of their work back of house.

ACCESS TO GAMING FLOOR

Access to gaming floor not required as their primary work function is outside the gaming space.