Tortilla Maker

$18 - $20 an hour

¡VIVA! is a concept by Chef Ray Garcia and in partnership with Las Vegas Restaurateurs, Oliver Wharton and Peter Carrillo, located in Resorts World Las Vegas! The restaurant brings Chef Ray’s passion for executing Mexican cuisine at the highest level in a fun and lively environment at the most iconic casino property to open on the strip in over a decade. Now all we need is YOU!

Being part of Team ¡VIVA! will provide you with an opportunity to work in an environment where you will be a part of the culture. Competitive wages and benefits packages with tremendous growth potential are just the beginning of the perks of being on this team. Come "Viva La Vida” with us.

Core Job Responsibilities:

The Tortilla Maker will be responsible for supporting the outlet kitchen chefs and assisting with supporting kitchen staff. This role will work on multiple stations within the kitchen and ensure the preparation and quality of food are to outlet standards.

Primary Job Duties: – Includes, but is not limited to:

• Preparation of food according to restaurant recipes and/or guests’ request(s).
• Assist multiple stations with food prep, cooking and plating (e.g. broiler, sauté, fryer, garde manger, etc.…), when needed.
• Maintain the highest level of food presentation and quality.
• Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area(s).
• Adhere to all health code regulations and standards.
• Maintain food and supply inventory and notify management of restocking requirements.
• Attend and participate in daily briefings or pre-shifts.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
• Ensure all ¡VIVA! core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied.
• Use personal device/cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review of company documents, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• At least two years of cooking experience in a full service restaurant or similar environment.
• Ability to translate recipes into dishes.
• Compatible knife skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to obtain & maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• At least 18 years of age.

Preferred:

• Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field or training.
• Previous experience in buffet operations.
• Previous experience in a large, luxury resort setting.