Lodge Casino - Cook II-Seasons Buffet

A Legacy of Excellence

Entertaining Your World

Jacobs Entertainment, Inc. (JEI) is a developer, owner and operator of gaming and entertainment facilities across the United States. Core to the company's value is our commitment to ethical leadership, outstanding training, and open employee communication.

The Lodge Casino is currently in search of a "Cook II-Seasons Buffet". We are Colorado's First Choice For Fun not only for our guests, but for our employees too! If you are looking for a fun and exciting atmosphere, now is the perfect time to jump start your career. The Lodge Casino opened its doors in June 1998, in Black Hawk, CO. Our property features more than 52,000 square feet of state-of-the-art gaming space, four delicious restaurants, nearly 900 slot machines, 23 table games, four bars and 50 spacious boutique hotel rooms.

Our employees are supported with a comprehensive benefits program that include the following:

• $1000 Hiring Bonus
• $200 Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 7 paid Holidays
• 80 hours of Vacation after 1 year of employment
• 48 Hours of Sick Time available immediately and renews annually
• We offer a variety of affordable medical, dental, vision and flexible spending account plans after 60 days
• Employee Assistance Program FREE of charge
• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Matching 401K program after 90 days
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Free Parking
• Discounted Bus Tickets
• Ongoing learning and development programs
• Work towards your future advancement within the company-most of our supervisors and managers are promoted from within

Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operate assigned action station independently during service
• Prepare menu items to order or in batches while maintaining speed and consistency
• Manage cooking cycles to ensure continuous product availability
• Adjust production levels based on guest volume
• Interact confidently and professionally with guests
• Answer questions regarding menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods
• Accommodate reasonable special requests when appropriate
• Maintain portion accuracy and product consistency
• Ensure visual appeal and freshness of displayed items
• Remove and replace items exceeding holding limits
• Manage pacing to minimize wait times
• Coordinate with support staff for restocking and assistance
• Maintain readiness for sudden volume surges common in buffet environments
• Monitor temperatures continuously during service
• Prevent cross-contact between allergens and raw/cooked foods
• Maintain sanitation of utensils, surfaces, and equipment
• Assist in coaching Cook I staff assigned to the station
• Demonstrate proper techniques and service standards
• Other related duties including but not limited to complying with the following: Colorado Limited Gaming Act, Colorado Gaming Rules and Regulations, Colorado Internal Control Minimum Procedures, Colorado Liquor and Beer Codes, Federal requirements for Anti-Money Laundering, Company Policies, and IRS reporting

Skills, Education and Other Requirements:

• Must have a working knowledge of the food service industry
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• At least 1 year of cooking experience in a high-volume food establishment
• Strong cooking experience, preferably in high-volume or buffet environments
• Ability to work independently on a station
• Comfortable interacting with guests
• Advanced time-management skills
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Food Safety Handler Certification
• Identification that establishes identity
• Identification that establishes the right to work in the United States

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