Job Title : Pantry Person
Department : Food & Beverage
Property : Harrah's Ak-Chin
Shift : Varies
Status : Full-Time

Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. offers a world-class salary and benefits package designed to reward extra effort and encourage professional development. We also provide one-to-one mentoring, ongoing skills training and outstanding opportunities for advancement. Consider our commitments to quality, growth and employees. We think you'll find us to be a company worthy of your talents.

If you are energetic, outgoing, upbeat and positive, why not use those characteristics in an environment where you are encouraged to have fun at work. If providing friendly and courteous service to customers while taking orders and serving beverages sounds like you, please apply today. We are open to discussing flexible work schedules that might better fit your needs.

Job Description:
Pantry Persons are responsible for the preparation of salads, sandwiches, dressings, garnishes, desserts, ice cream beverages and various appetizers. They also are to maintain the general cleanliness of the various pantry stations. All related job duties are performed in accordance with departmental and HET policies, practices and procedures as defined by the Executive Chef and the HET standards of excellence.

Conducts preparation of assigned menu items according to standardized recipes and specifications. Chops, dices, and cuts the various meats, cheeses, vegetables and fruits for salad and sandwich preparation using hand knives and electric slicer. Combines the various ingredients and plates the salads, sandwiches, desserts, ice cream, beverages and appetizers for service to the appropriate wait staff. Prepares dressings and cold sauces in accordance with restaurant needs.
Perform various job duties that will include operation of grill, fryer, and french top in accordance to the restaurant needs. Maintains the required par of food items in their assigned station from support areas throughout the property. Ensures ingredient supply levels are accurate. Must move items from shelves to carts and transport to assigned stations for restocking purposes. Maintains a high level of service while interacting with co-workers and wait staff. Observe all safety rules and regulations. Make sure all areas assigned are clean and free of debris. Maintains proper food levels at all times to insure that all guests receive high quality products as defined by company standards. Coordinates with the shift leader to ensure proper par levels or the next day’s product needs. Takes all appropriate actions to ensure quality and to reduce waste as directed by the Executive Chef. Maintains proper food rotation procedures at all times for all pantry items. Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to do the same. Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, safety, departmental and company policies. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
One-year previous Pantry experience in a high volume food service operation is preferred. Must have a solid skill base in all areas of Pantry operations. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand Basic English. Ability to get along with co-workers and work as a team. Must be able to stand on feet for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to have a sense of urgency and react to changing business demands.
Basic product identification. Must have a sense of urgency to serve customers property. Ability to lift and carry large objects weighing up to 70 pounds and to be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds on a cart or dolly. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and must be able to stand on feet for extended period of time. Mobility to move around the work area easily. Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food prep equipment. Auditory range must include immediate environment. Visual range must include near distance.

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