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Prep Cook at Tao Group

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IMPORTANT! Please read the information before continuing. 

  • Thank you for your interest in TAO Beach Dayclub, Marquee Dayclub, Liquid Pool Lounge, Palm Tree Beach Club, and A New Daylife Experience by Tao Group Hospitality at Caesars Palace.  Once you have applied online, you will receive a text message to RSVP for an interview.  RSVPs are preferred but not required. 
  • Interviews for Prep Cooks will be held on January 7th, 8th, & 9th at Hakkasan Nightclub, located inside the MGM Grand: 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
  • Upon arrival to the audition, candidates will select which venue(s) they are interested in applying for.

The Prep Cook is responsible for providing a supportive role to the heart-of-house in the preparation of meals, hot and cold, and the ingredients ensuring quality, consistency, and production of all food items.  Interacts with fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous and to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Anticipate and accommodate the needs of all team members.
  • Handles all food items by washing, chopping, and cutting according to recipe specifications.
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station, the kitchen, and the entire venue.
  • Labels and stores all product following FIFO and company standards.
  • Required to check production lists and assignments.
  • Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.
  • Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to produce them to company standard.
  • Possesses general knowledge of the venue.
  • Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
  • Communicates product needs to the chefs, sous chefs, and the support staff.
  • Properly sets-up prep station and performs other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including: 
    • Stocks station with prescribed supplies.
    • Wipes down and sanitizes station.
    • Performs opening side-work as prescribed.
    • Performs closing side-work as prescribed.
  • Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
  • Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).
  • Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
  • Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
  • Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
  • Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
  • Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

  • Previous culinary experience preferred.
  • Experience as a prep and/or line cook in a high-volume culinary operation preferred.

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

  • Previous culinary experience preferred.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE 

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

  • Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate
  • Must be able to move quickly
  • Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
  • Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
  • Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
  • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
  • Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
  • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment
  • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
  • Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment
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