Baker

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Lake Charles, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a motivated Line Cook to produce bakery items and support all kitchen stations in a fast-paced resort environment. You’ll follow recipes, maintain quality, and help ensure timely service while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a culinary certificate or degree preferred, and at least six months’ line-cook experience in a hotel or food-service setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A degree or certificate from a major culinary institute preferred.
• At least six months of experience as a line Cook in a major hotel or food chain.
• Working knowledge of American and European pastries; knowledge of scratch bread products.
• Experience in doughs, decorations, and bakery displays.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills; must be fluent and literate in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Must have working knowledge of food storage, knife handling and sharpening, weights & measures, stocks, soups and sauces, plate presentations, recipes and yields, Health Department regulations, sanitation procedures, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to established department and property policies and procedures regarding guest service standards.
• Demonstrates ability to produce all recipes on restaurant menus in a consistent manner in accordance with menu standards.
• Oversees and is directly involved in the production of Bakery items.
• Demonstrates ability to perform advanced production and service skills to include set-up tasks of every station in the kitchen; coordinates duties assigned to staff as directed.
• Practices safe food handling and sanitation duties as assigned by management.
• Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Maintains requisitions, par stock records, and supply rotation.
• Demonstrates willingness to assist other team members as needed without being asked; assists in training new team members as directed.
• Complies with departmental policies as well as company rules, regulations, and policies set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Maintains station in a neat and orderly manner; reports equipment malfunctions.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.

Skills

Team collaboration

English fluency

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree/certificate preferred

Job description

Introduction

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Overview

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being.

Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to established department and property policies and procedures regarding guest service standards.
• Demonstrates ability to produce all recipes on restaurant menus in a consistent manner in accordance with menu standards.
• Oversees and is directly involved in the production of Bakery items.
• Demonstrates ability to perform advanced production and service skills to include set-up tasks of every station in the kitchen; coordinates duties assigned to staff as directed.
• Practices safe food handling and sanitation duties as assigned by management.
• Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Maintains requisitions, par stock records, and supply rotation.
• Demonstrates willingness to assist other team members as needed without being asked; assists in training new team members as directed.
• Complies with departmental policies as well as company rules, regulations, and policies set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Maintains station in a neat and orderly manner; reports equipment malfunctions.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A degree or certificate from a major culinary institute preferred.
• At least six (6) months of experience as a line Cook in a major hotel or food chain.
• Working knowledge of American and European pastries; knowledge of scratch bread products.
• Experience in doughs, decorations, and bakery displays.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills; must be fluent and literate in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Must have working knowledge of food storage, knife handling and sharpening, weights & measures, stocks, soups and sauces, plate presentations, recipes and yields, Health Department regulations, sanitation procedures, and safety regulations.