Banquet Lead Cook

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Iowa; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team in the entertainment industry where fun meets professionalism. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, preparing a variety of delicious dishes while ensuring high standards of food safety and sanitation. With a commitment to career growth, you'll receive comprehensive benefits from day one, including health insurance and educational reimbursement. Enjoy a supportive workplace that values diversity and encourages your culinary talents to shine. If you're passionate about food and eager to develop your skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Benefits Insurance

$700 Referral Bonus Program

Discounted Casino bus tickets

Discounted RTD EcoPass

Monthly hot meal from Leadership

20% discount at Starbucks and food outlets

100% Gaming License reimbursement

Hotel discounts at all properties

Education reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food preparation in a high-volume environment.
• Must possess basic reading and math skills for recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff and ensure adherence to health regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Procedures

Team Coordination

Cooking Techniques

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Introduction

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 after 90 days of employment
• Hotel discounts available at all 43 PENN properties, plus discounts on goods and services
• Education reimbursement program and Annual Scholarship Program
• Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Responsible for learning and being familiar with all of Ameristar’s room outlets, and for being able to answer general questions regarding the property.
• Reads food orders from computer printouts and prepares food items according to established menu plans.
• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of products to the guests.
• Washes, slices, peels and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
• Observes and tests foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Assists in work direction of kitchen staff ensuring adherence to work procedures, quality standards, and menu specifications.
• Prepares a daily prep list and written daily orders.
• Maintains control of the kitchen and informs chefs if staffing levels are not appropriate based on business volumes.
• Coordinates with and communicates orders to dining room staff. Assumes limited charge of kitchen on respective shifts.
• Assumes limited accountability of supervisors in their absence.
• Receives and delivers food to the proper areas.
• Coaches and directs all cooks and assistant cooks to work in a productive and efficient manner.
• Works the line in different locations as needed: sauté, broiler, appetizer, pantry, pasta, grill, etc.
• Expedites all food orders promptly in a timely manner.
• Uses and maintains all assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner.
• Observes and enforces Health Department regulations regarding food handling, storage, proper steam table temperature, and cleanliness of work environment.
• Attends company/restaurant training programs as scheduled.
• Completes opening, closing, and other side duties as assigned by the supervisors.
• Communicates as needed with Sous Chefs.
• Performs all job functions in conjunction with the guidelines described in the Standard Operating Procedures manual to ensure consistent execution of company and department standards.

Requirements

• At least three (3) years of experience directly related to the accountabilities specified.
• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid ID within assigned state of employment.
• Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items, to standard, in a high-volume, fast-paced operation.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the application of sanitation procedures.

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