Fairgrounds Racecourse & Slots - BOH, FOH
Business/Employer Name: Fairgrounds Racecourse & Slots
Hiring for:: BOH, FOH
Available Position/s: Sous Chef, Cook
What is your starting pay?: TBD
Do you offer other employee benefits? If so, please list them here.: Medical, Vision, Dental, Basic Life Insurance, 401k, Employee Assistance Program & more for all full-time eligible employees.
Job Requirements: Sous Chef:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Observes workers engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions are as prescribed.
Gives instructions to cooking personnel in fine points of cooking.
Cooks and carves meats, and prepares dishes, such as sauces, during rush periods and for banquets and other social functions.
Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of Executive Chef.
Will abide by all safety requirements as outlined in the Safety Manual or as required by individual departments and/or job functions.
Performs all other duties, as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Cook(Seasonal)
Responsibilities Include:
Cooking in quantity
Cutting meat
Following sanitary safeguards
Assisting in planning menus
Performs all other duties, as assigned.
What it Takes:
At least 1 year of relevant experience
Friendly, professional attitude
Must be able to lift 25 – 50 pounds
Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screening and background check
Must be able to obtain a Louisiana Racing Commission License. (Company will provide application.)
Must be 21 years or older (required by State and Gaming laws/regulations).
Do you consider your organization to be an equitable place to work? (Why or why not?) What supports are in place for your employees?: At Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, we know success starts with you: our valuable team members. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits to complement your dedication to making Newport Racing & Gaming such a great place to work and play.
Enjoy a variety of benefits like:
Paid Holidays
401K with 5% company match
Complimentary Short-term & Long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Full Medical and Benefits package
Complimentary Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursements – up to $5,000 per year
Team Member Recognition Program – up to $10,000 cash
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Contact Name: Jonquil Groomes
Contact Email: Jonquil.Groomes@FGNO.com