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Prep Cook

Derby City Gaming Downtown

140 S. Fourth Street
Louisville, KY 40202

Casino & Hotel
Managed By Churchill Downs Inc.
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Full-Time

Description

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 Prep Cook is responsible for safely preparing food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes, and for service to guests in all outlets as dictated by the kitchen Leadership Team.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities
  • Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining and exciting environment where the flawless delivery and execution of service excellence is paramount.
  • Prepares food as directed by the Chef or Shift Leader to the specifications of recipes and standards.
  • Follows standardized recipes and/ or presentation procedures to specific detail.
  • Assist in preparation of all pantry and hot line items for daily service.
  • Properly stores and labels all food product.
  • Able to perform related duties in any or for station or outlet assigned.
  • Assists with daily specials.
  • Meets or exceeds industry standards for preparation, serving and storing of food.
  • Ensures that the working area is clean and sanitary in accordance with Local, State and Federal Health Department codes.
  • Promotes outstanding guest relations.
  • Promotes honesty and trust among the team.
  • Performs all other duties assigned.
Standards Of Performance
  • Abilities demonstrated in handling the banquets and food outlet effectiveness.
  • Be in constant communication with BOH Team Members.
  • Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
Education, Tr AI Ning, And Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalence.
  • One to two years of related experience preferred
  • Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required.
  • Able to obtain a valid Racing License.

BOH Kitchen applicants must be 18 or older. Derby City Gaming Downtown is an equal-opportunity employer.

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Qualifications

Food and Beverage Experience

Posted March 11, 2024

Derby City Gaming Downtown

Derby City Gaming Downtown is located at 4th and Market streets, in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. Our $92 million 44,000 sq. ft. facility features 500 of the latest historical horse racing machines, including the latest games like Buffalo, Lock it Link, Ultimate Fire Link and more - all on a non-smoking gaming floor with an open-air smoking and gaming patio.

Our guests enjoy night life at three lively bars and lounges. First Turn Sports Bar & Stage features big screen TVs, and convenient sports betting kiosks. The Trophy Bar showcases real trophies from some of the most legendary horse races, the finest bourbon and hand-rolled cigars. The Rosé at Fascinator Wine Bar offers a well-curated list of fine wines and charcuterie. 

Derby City Gaming Downtown offers great pay,exciting career opportunities and exceptional employee benefits including:

  • 401k (with up to 5% company match)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Complimentary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Complimentary Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Team Member Recognition Program
  • Promotions, additional opportunities and the chance for further professional development are also available.
  • And More!

Opportunities for advancement abound!
Our parent company, Churchill Downs Incorporated is an industry-leading racing, online wagering and gaming entertainment company anchored by our iconic flagship event, the Kentucky Derby. CDI owns and operates three pari-mutuel gaming entertainment venues with approximately 3,050 historical racing machines in Kentucky.

It also owns and operates TwinSpires, one of the largest and most profitable online wagering platforms for horse racing, sports and iGaming in the U.S., as well as seven retail sportsbooks.

CDI is also a leader in brick-and-mortar casino gaming in eight states with approximately 11,000 slot machines and video lottery terminals and 200 table games.

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