Property Name
Ameristar Casinos
Job Title
KITCHEN STEWARD
Location
Colorado-Denver
Company Name
City
Black Hawk
Work Permit
Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in the United States will not be considered.
Management Position
No
Accommodation
No
Industry
Casino
Position Categories
Cook, Dishwasher
The Ameristar Career
Come and explore the exciting career opportunities with Ameristar Casinos. With over 7,500 dedicated TEAM MEMBERS at our eight casino hotel properties, Ameristar Casinos prides itself on delivering exceptional experiences to our guests. We recognize that this is due to the enthusiasm and dedication of our talented TEAM MEMBERS. They are the key to our success.
At Ameristar, we take pride in providing a positive and encouraging work environment where you can be and do your best. By providing ongoing coaching, mentoring and training, we encourage career growth and development. We recognize and reward dedicated and talented individuals and provide career advancement opportunities by promoting from within.
Like our valued guests, our TEAM MEMBERS come from all walks of life. We are dedicated to promoting an environment in which people of all cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles are valued and respected. We are proud of our team and believe that diversity makes us stronger and more successful.
If you are committed in delivering exceptional experiences to our guests then come and explore your next career opportunity with Ameristar Casinos.
Exceptional people. Exceptional experiences.
Job Description
Casino Overview:
The Ameristar Casino Resort Spa located in Black Hawk, Colorado is the premiere gaming, entertainment and resort destination of Colorado. Located 40 miles west of the mile high city of Denver in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Ameristar features an exciting casino, a variety of fine dining restaurants and a four diamond rated hotel.
Our 55,000 square foot gaming floor is home to around 1,500 of the newest slot products and the hottest games in the market. Our spacious 24 table pit includes the games of craps, blackjack and roulette. Ameristar also has the largest poker room in the state of Colorado.
At Ameristar, we offer our guests four exceptional dining options including our elegant Timberline Grill, the international Centennial Buffet, our flavorful Waypost Deli and the delicious Fireside Kitchen.
Ameristar’s luxurious full-service hotel incorporates 536 well-appointed rooms, including 64 suites, a roof-top pool with indoor and outdoor hot-tubs, a full-service luxury day spa and over 15,000 square-feet of meeting and event space.
Our eye-catching facilities are state-of-the-art but it’s our Ameristar Team that truly makes our operation special. At Ameristar, we take great pride in creating and facilitating a productive and winning culture. We recognize that the hard work and dedication of our Team Members has a positive impact on our property’s success, therefore we have created an environment in which our Team Members have all the tools and support they need to excel in their jobs and enjoy their Ameristar experience. To show our appreciation of our Team Members, we designed a competitive compensation and benefit package to promote the health and well being of our Team Members and their families. If you are seeking to join a winning team and the best gaming and hospitality property in Colorado, then Ameristar is your destination.
To make the commute from the Denver metro area to Ameristar easy, we offer discounted rates on bus tickets for our Team Members.
Guest Service Commitment
At Ameristar we are dedicated to providing the best gaming and hospitality experience in the industry. Our guests experience quality customer service in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Ameristar devotes valuable resources and training to all our Team Members to ensure the highest level of customer service is delivered to all our guests, each of our Team Members and anyone else who has a relationship with our company. By joining our team, we hope you facilitate these successes and provide the best guest service in the industry.
Safety Requirement:
Safety is a core value at Ameristar and vital to our operation. The ability to work safely and prevent personal injury is a key job requirement of every position and very important to our organization. Each Team Member is expected to be committed to their personal safety, the safety of fellow Team Members as well as the safety our guests and demonstrate that commitment through their daily actions. If an unsafe condition is identified, each Team Member is expected to correct or report the condition.
Provides fast, friendly, professional and responsive customer service to kitchen and restaurant staff. Prepares tableware for washing (scrapes plates, pre-soaks silverware, places all items to be washed in their proper dishwasher rack. Sets up dish washing machine (drains closed, tanks filled, temperatures at correct level, detergent at proper level). Washes all dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment by using sprayer nozzle, baskets or conveyors, or immersing of objects in washing and rinsing solutions. Dries all objects using cloth or drying oven. Stacks and stores all dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment in the appropriate place. Wipes counter areas, sinks and floors as required to maintain a clean and safe work station. Maintains cleanliness of designated areas as directed in accordance with established health and safety standards. Washes walls and ceiling tiles. Deep cleans kitchen equipment (stoves, broilers, flat tops, etc.), refrigerators and freezers as scheduled or required. Operates and maintains equipment as required in accordance with established guidelines and safety procedures. Removes and properly disposes of all refuse and debris in accordance with established guidelines and safety procedures. Removes and properly disposes of all refuse and debris accumulated in kitchen or restaurant in accordance with department procedures. Knows and promotes current casino events and programs and can give guests directions to all casino areas.
The Ameristar Casino Resort Spa located in Black Hawk, Colorado is the premiere gaming, entertainment and resort destination of Colorado. Located 40 miles west of the mile high city of Denver in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Ameristar features an exciting casino, a variety of fine dining restaurants and a four diamond rated hotel.
Our 55,000 square foot gaming floor is home to around 1,500 of the newest slot products and the hottest games in the market. Our spacious 24 table pit includes the games of craps, blackjack and roulette. Ameristar also has the largest poker room in the state of Colorado.
At Ameristar, we offer our guests four exceptional dining options including our elegant Timberline Grill, the international Centennial Buffet, our flavorful Waypost Deli and the delicious Fireside Kitchen.
Ameristar’s luxurious full-service hotel incorporates 536 well-appointed rooms, including 64 suites, a roof-top pool with indoor and outdoor hot-tubs, a full-service luxury day spa and over 15,000 square-feet of meeting and event space.
Our eye-catching facilities are state-of-the-art but it’s our Ameristar Team that truly makes our operation special. At Ameristar, we take great pride in creating and facilitating a productive and winning culture. We recognize that the hard work and dedication of our Team Members has a positive impact on our property’s success, therefore we have created an environment in which our Team Members have all the tools and support they need to excel in their jobs and enjoy their Ameristar experience. To show our appreciation of our Team Members, we designed a competitive compensation and benefit package to promote the health and well being of our Team Members and their families. If you are seeking to join a winning team and the best gaming and hospitality property in Colorado, then Ameristar is your destination.
To make the commute from the Denver metro area to Ameristar easy, we offer discounted rates on bus tickets for our Team Members.
Guest Service Commitment
At Ameristar we are dedicated to providing the best gaming and hospitality experience in the industry. Our guests experience quality customer service in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Ameristar devotes valuable resources and training to all our Team Members to ensure the highest level of customer service is delivered to all our guests, each of our Team Members and anyone else who has a relationship with our company. By joining our team, we hope you facilitate these successes and provide the best guest service in the industry.
Safety Requirement:
Safety is a core value at Ameristar and vital to our operation. The ability to work safely and prevent personal injury is a key job requirement of every position and very important to our organization. Each Team Member is expected to be committed to their personal safety, the safety of fellow Team Members as well as the safety our guests and demonstrate that commitment through their daily actions. If an unsafe condition is identified, each Team Member is expected to correct or report the condition.
Provides fast, friendly, professional and responsive customer service to kitchen and restaurant staff. Prepares tableware for washing (scrapes plates, pre-soaks silverware, places all items to be washed in their proper dishwasher rack. Sets up dish washing machine (drains closed, tanks filled, temperatures at correct level, detergent at proper level). Washes all dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment by using sprayer nozzle, baskets or conveyors, or immersing of objects in washing and rinsing solutions. Dries all objects using cloth or drying oven. Stacks and stores all dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment in the appropriate place. Wipes counter areas, sinks and floors as required to maintain a clean and safe work station. Maintains cleanliness of designated areas as directed in accordance with established health and safety standards. Washes walls and ceiling tiles. Deep cleans kitchen equipment (stoves, broilers, flat tops, etc.), refrigerators and freezers as scheduled or required. Operates and maintains equipment as required in accordance with established guidelines and safety procedures. Removes and properly disposes of all refuse and debris in accordance with established guidelines and safety procedures. Removes and properly disposes of all refuse and debris accumulated in kitchen or restaurant in accordance with department procedures. Knows and promotes current casino events and programs and can give guests directions to all casino areas.
Job Requirements
Six months previous kitchen worker experience preferred. Read, understand and speak English. Excellent customer service/communication skills. Available to work required schedule which may include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed. Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by company policy. Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation. Must be able to respond to visual and oral cues. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs (Glass racks, bus tubs with dishes, bins of flatware) Must be able to push or pull 100 pounds (Loaded dish carts, refuse dollies, food carts, rolling kitchen hot boxes and cabinets). Must be able to reach above and below the shoulder, grip small items (i.e., utensils, plates, glasses), bend, stoop and twist while carrying stock to and from supply areas; stand and walk for up to four hours; able to use hand motions when cleaning and wiping kitchen areas. Able to work in constricting areas. Must be able to tolerate areas with high temperatures. Must be able to tolerate industry standard chemicals used for cleaning and sanitizing. Able to work at a fast pace in an often crowded/noisy environment. Ability to sustain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism. Ability to maintain a high level of energy and take a proactive and strategic approach to dealing with issues. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Must be able to abide by the company appearance standards and compliance with the designated uniform. Must be able to obtain and maintain and Indiana Gaming Commission Identification Badge.