Compensation: $20.00 per hour

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Enjoy being part of a winning team, with competitive pay and great benefits to get you on the fast track!

At Derby City Gaming Downtown, we know success starts with you: our valuable team members. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits to complement your dedication to making Derby City Gaming Downtown such a great place to work and play.

Company Benefits Include:

401k (with up to 5% company match) Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount) Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Complimentary Short and Long-Term Disability Complimentary Life Insurance Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement ($4,000 per year for undergrad, $5,000 per year for graduate) A Variety of Team Member Discounts (Ford Affiliate Program, Verizon, AT&T, TicketsAtWork, Skechers, Sherwin Williams, Meal Discounts, Free Parking, and more!) Fun Team Member Events Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities Team Member Recognition Program Free Uniforms and Discounted Dry-Cleaning Services Round-Table Lunches with General Manager Promotions, additional opportunities and the chance for further professional development are also available. Function

The Lead Cook is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes, for service to guests in the food outlet. Plan, prioritize, produce and delegate daily operations requirements. The Lead Cook is a liaison to the Food & Beverage Supervisors in effectively training and developing of Culinary Team Members in operational excellence.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities Ability to operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and griddles. Requires reading and math skill for recipes and measurements. Ability to read, write, speak and understand recipes and communicate with other Team Members. Assists with development and improvement of menu items. Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all menu items. Adheres to control procedure for food costs and quality. Verifies that all sanitation and nutrition practices are maintained by kitchen staff. Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest. Be able to create compound sauces and derivatives of the mother sauces. Prepare written food requisition for supplies and food items for production in the work station – inventory. Verifies that all portion sizes, quality standards, departmental rules, policies, and procedures are maintained by kitchen staff, and supervises the production of all food items. Assist in development of Team Members, conducts interviews, and participates in the selection, hiring, coaching, retention and termination process. Responsible for cleaning kitchen work areas and equipment as well as sweeping and mopping floors. Ensure the safety and security of Team Members and guests. Implements programs and processes to reduce loss time injuries. Other duties as assigned. Standards Of Performance Abilities demonstrated in handling the banquets and food outlet effectiveness to include kitchen staff and FOH staff. Be in constant communication with Food & Beverage Supervisors. Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel – create an environment of development and learning. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in fast-paced environment. Willingness to assume responsibility relative to the performance of the department, work flexible hours and handle high pressure deadlines. Education, Tr AI Ning, And Experience Three-year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge is preferred. Ability to work both front and back line positions. Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required. Able to obtain a valid Racing License.

Applicants must be 21* or older. Derby City Gaming Downtown is an equal-opportunity employer.

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