Baker

PENN Entertainment, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits Day 1

Referral bonus program

Hotel discounts

Education reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

PENN Entertainment, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our kitchen team at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa. You will prepare and portion dishes, ensure menu standards are met, and work across stations under the guidance of the culinary leadership.

We value guest service, teamwork, and reliability. The role is full-time, with opportunities for growth, health benefits starting day one, and extensive staff perks as part of our hospitality culture.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent guest service skills.
• Strong communication and courteous interaction with guests and coworkers.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion sizes, and menu standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow uniform and appearance standards while on duty.
• Prepare and plate dishes according to recipes and menu standards.
• Maintain kitchen stations, utensils, and cleanliness; support inventory and ordering.
• Assist with cashier duties and cash handling as needed.
• Adhere to health, sanitation, and safety regulations.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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 co-workers 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.

Position is open until filled.

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa offers Team Members:

Now hiring candidates 18 or older for all positions, including gaming licensed positions (Must be 21 or older for Beverage Server, Barback, Bartender)

• Health Benefits Insurance package effective Day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability for FT team members
• $700 Referral Bonus Program ($350 at 90 days $350 at 6 months) - for Team Members who refer new applicants
• Discounted Casino bus tickets
• Discounted RTD EcoPass
• Hot meal served by the Leadership Team once a month
• 20%discount for Starbucks, Ara Spa, and all food outlets
• 100%Colorado Gaming License reimbursement after90days of employment
• Hotel discounts available at all43 PENNproperties, plus discounts on goods and services
• Education reimbursement program and Annual Scholarship Program
• Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Adhere to guest service requirement listed above.
• Adhere to established department and property policies and procedures regarding guest service standards.
• This is a uniformed position, which requires that team members are in compliance with uniformed appearance standards while on duty.
• Demonstrates ability to produce all recipes on restaurant menus in a consistent manner in accordance with menu standards.
• Demonstrates ability to perform advanced production and service skills to include set-up tasks of every station in the kitchen.
• Demonstrates complete knowledge of control in kitchen operation including portions, wastage, production, plate presentation and possesses ability to create and execute recipe development and menu specials.
• Possesses ability to take inventories, place orders, receive orders.
• Practice safe food handling and sanitation duties as given to by management.
• Can delegate shift station responsibilities and supervise kitchen when called upon.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle varied business with little assistance.
• Demonstrates willingness to assist other team members as needed without being asked.
• Perform duties of a cashier, operate till drawers, and be made accountable for money.
• Complies with departmental policies as well as with Company rules, regulations, and policies set forth in the employee Handbook.
• Reports on any equipment malfunctions. Maintains station in a neat and orderly manner.
• Reports with proper tools, clean uniform, and recommended footwear at the stated time.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A degree or certificate from a major culinary arts college institute preferred or 1-5 Years' experience as a line cook in a major hotel or food chain working knowledge of American and European pastries.
• Must have excellent guest service skills.
• 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, 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.