Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Referral Bonus Program
Discounted Casino bus tickets
Discounted RTD EcoPass
Hot meal provided monthly
discounts on food and beverages
Gaming license reimbursement
hotel discounts
Education reimbursement program
annual scholarship program
Career development opportunities
Job Description
PENN Entertainment is a leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences, operating 43 destinations across North America. The company has grown extensively, also offering online sports betting and iCasino through theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino. PENN Entertainment is committed to innovation and fun, creating an environment where employees work alongside diverse and enthusiastic coworkers driven by a passion for delivering memorable experiences. The company values career growth and provides robust support to empower employees to expand their skills and opportunities.
This position is based at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa, part of the PENN Entertainment family,... Show More
This position is based at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa, part of the PENN Entertainment family,... Show More
Job Requirements
- must be at least 18 years old
- must be able to perform all cooking duties
- 1-year minimum experience in food preparation
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
- ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
- ability to operate kitchen equipment
- physical ability to lift and move up to 300 lbs.
- ability to follow health and safety guidelines
Job Qualifications
- 1-year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge
- must be able to perform all cooking duties
- must be able to fast pace with a sense of urgency
- excellent guest service skills
- working knowledge of food storage, knife handling and sharpening, weights and measures, stocks, soups and sauces, plate presentations, recipes and yields, health department regulations, sanitation, and safety regulations
- uses appropriate language when engaging guests and co-workers in conversation, communicating clearly and courteously, provides continued service to all guests
- determines the nature of guest concerns and takes appropriate action to resolve general concerns, obtaining assistance from the proper personnel, as necessary
- strong organization skills
- ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization
Job Duties
- always conduct oneself in a manner that reflects a positive professional image
- requires reading and math skills for recipes and measurements
- ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English to read recipes and communicate with other team members
- ability to perform duties within hot to normal to cold temperature ranges
- ability to operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and flattop
- ability to grasp, bend, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a food warmer weighing a maximum of 300 lbs. at a continuous schedule
- perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, and walking significant distances
- ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines
- actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble all outlets food
- adheres to control procedure for food costs and quality
- perform all assigned side work to include replenishing/restocking workstation with supplies
- check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness
- fully observe all safety procedures as well as clean as you go techniques
- to encourage and abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines
- ability to read and gather all necessary items for recipe execution
- prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest
- make salads, soup bases, fire up all equipment, gather product from other outlets, peel shrimp, prepare lobster tales, crack oysters, prepare stocks, blanch noodles or pasta, deep fry products, prepare plates for desserts, preparations of cold sauces, responsible for forwarding shellfish identification cards to supervisor, produce rice, stuffings, vegetables
- total knowledge of one station with some familiarization of two other in the outlet
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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