Cook

PENN Entertainment, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading food service company in Baltimore is looking for a skilled food preparation worker. Responsibilities include preparing food items according to established recipes, ensuring quality standards, and complying with health regulations. The ideal candidate must have at least one year of experience in a high-volume kitchen, strong food handling skills, and be at least 21 years old. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• At least one year of relevant experience required.
• Must maintain a valid ID within state regulations.
• Ability to prepare various food items in a high-volume setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to established menu plans.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with dining room staff and kitchen team.

Skills

Food preparation

Understanding of sanitation procedures

Basic reading and math skills

Job description

Compensation

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

• 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 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.
• Ensures work procedures, quality standards, and menu specifications are executed according to established guidelines.
• Coordinates with and communicates orders to dining room staff.
• Prepares all food items accurately in a timely manner.
• Completes all assigned prep items as written on prep sheet.
• 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 training programs as scheduled.
• Completes opening, closing, and other side duties as assigned by the supervisors.
• Communicates as needed with Lead Cook and 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 departmental standards.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age
• At least one (1) year of experience directly related to the accountabilities specified.
• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid iD within state of indiana.
• 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.