Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $12.00 - $16.25
Benefits
Medical Coverage
401(k) matching
Annual performance bonus
Paid Time Off
wellness programs
Job Description
PENN Entertainment is a leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences, proudly operating across 43 destinations throughout North America. Their reach extends beyond physical locations through online sports betting and iCasino platforms like theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino. Known for its commitment to innovation, diversity, and sustainability, PENN Entertainment stands as a pioneer in the rapidly evolving entertainment industry, dedicating resources to community involvement, environmental stewardship, and the well-being of its workforce. The company fosters an engaging, fast-paced work environment where team members have the opportunity to grow their careers while contributing to an exciting and dynamic industry. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and customer satisfaction, PENN Entertainment has built a diverse community of coworkers united by their passion for creating memorable experiences for guests.
The Culinary Cook role at PENN Entertainment plays a vital part in ensuring that the culinary services meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. This full-time position requires a seasoned culinary professional who thrives in a high-volume food service operation. The Culinary Cook provides fast, friendly, professional, and responsive customer service to both culinary team members and buffet guests. The role involves greeting and welcoming guests, preparing various food items including breakfast, entrees, and desserts per guest orders while employing proper cooking techniques and adhering strictly to health and safety standards.
The cook prepares food items according to special requests, maintaining current and accurate information regarding food items such as preparation techniques, ingredients, and seasonings. They are responsible for slicing, dicing, chopping raw products, carving meats, portioning food, adding sauces and garnishes, and ensuring a clean and safe workstation by wiping counters, sinks, and floors. Maintaining par levels of supplies and food products is also a key task, requiring the cook to replenish stock from warehouse inventory as needed. Operating and maintaining culinary equipment and utensils safely is another important duty, alongside providing personalized service by using guests' names and promoting current casino events and programs.
Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. The base salary is complemented by a competitive Total Rewards package that includes wellness programs designed to support team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Additional benefits may include day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonuses. Paid time off is earned according to local policies and increases with length of service. PENN Entertainment values the health, happiness, and professional development of its employees, making this an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals eager to be part of an industry leader that emphasizes personal and career growth.
This role demands physical mobility and stamina, including the ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform various physical movements such as pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, and kneeling. The candidate must be able to tolerate high temperatures and use of industry-standard cleaning chemicals, as well as work effectively in a fast-paced, noisy, and crowded environment. The Culinary Cook is expected to maintain a neat, professional, and well-groomed appearance in line with company standards.
By joining PENN Entertainment in this capacity, culinary professionals become part of a company that not only values fun and entertainment but also invests heavily in the development and support of its workforce. Employees can expect a workplace that encourages advancement and rewards dedication, providing a solid foundation for a long and fulfilling career in hospitality and entertainment.
The Culinary Cook role at PENN Entertainment plays a vital part in ensuring that the culinary services meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. This full-time position requires a seasoned culinary professional who thrives in a high-volume food service operation. The Culinary Cook provides fast, friendly, professional, and responsive customer service to both culinary team members and buffet guests. The role involves greeting and welcoming guests, preparing various food items including breakfast, entrees, and desserts per guest orders while employing proper cooking techniques and adhering strictly to health and safety standards.
The cook prepares food items according to special requests, maintaining current and accurate information regarding food items such as preparation techniques, ingredients, and seasonings. They are responsible for slicing, dicing, chopping raw products, carving meats, portioning food, adding sauces and garnishes, and ensuring a clean and safe workstation by wiping counters, sinks, and floors. Maintaining par levels of supplies and food products is also a key task, requiring the cook to replenish stock from warehouse inventory as needed. Operating and maintaining culinary equipment and utensils safely is another important duty, alongside providing personalized service by using guests' names and promoting current casino events and programs.
Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. The base salary is complemented by a competitive Total Rewards package that includes wellness programs designed to support team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Additional benefits may include day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonuses. Paid time off is earned according to local policies and increases with length of service. PENN Entertainment values the health, happiness, and professional development of its employees, making this an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals eager to be part of an industry leader that emphasizes personal and career growth.
This role demands physical mobility and stamina, including the ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform various physical movements such as pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, and kneeling. The candidate must be able to tolerate high temperatures and use of industry-standard cleaning chemicals, as well as work effectively in a fast-paced, noisy, and crowded environment. The Culinary Cook is expected to maintain a neat, professional, and well-groomed appearance in line with company standards.
By joining PENN Entertainment in this capacity, culinary professionals become part of a company that not only values fun and entertainment but also invests heavily in the development and support of its workforce. Employees can expect a workplace that encourages advancement and rewards dedication, providing a solid foundation for a long and fulfilling career in hospitality and entertainment.
Job Requirements
- Three years' prior experience as cook in high volume food service operation
- Knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation, and maintenance of kitchen equipment
- Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques
- Knowledge of weights, measures and recipe yield
- Possess and maintain culinary tools (knives) to perform the necessary job functions
- Read, write legibly, understand and speak English
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Available to work required schedule which may include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
- Must be able to respond to visual and oral cues
- 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 often crowded and noisy environment
- Must be able to maintain a neat, professional, well-groomed appearance and uphold company appearance and dress standards
- Physically mobile with reasonable accommodations including ability to push, pull, carry and lift up to 25 lbs., and the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces
Job Qualifications
- Three years prior experience as cook in high volume food service operation
- Knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation, and maintenance of kitchen equipment
- Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques
- Knowledge of weights, measures and recipe yield
- Possess and maintain culinary tools to perform the necessary job functions
- Read, write legibly, understand and speak English
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Available to work required schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime
Job Duties
- Provides fast, friendly, professional and responsive customer service to culinary team members and buffet guests
- Greets and makes welcome each guest approaching their station
- Maintains current and accurate information regarding food items including preparation techniques, seasonings, and ingredients
- Prepares food items per guest order including breakfast items, entrees and desserts according to guest request
- Employs proper cooking methods, cooks to specifications, and handles, stores and rotates food properly in accordance with established health and safety standards
- Slices, dices, chops and prepares raw products
- Carves meats, portions food on serving plates, adds gravies and sauces, and garnishes plates as required
- Wipes counter areas, sinks and floors as required to maintain a clean and safe work station
- Maintains cleanliness of designated areas in accordance with established health and safety standards
- Maintains par levels of operating supplies and food product for each workstation obtaining replacement stock from warehouse inventory
- Operates and maintains all equipment and utensils in accordance with established guidelines and safety procedures
- Provides personalized service and uses guests' names when possible
- Knows and promotes current casino events and programs and can give guests directions to all casino areas
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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