Cook

Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading casino hotel is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare food items while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity within the entertainment industry, providing competitive benefits and a lively work environment.

Benefits

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience related to cooking.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Ability to maintain a valid ID in Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items according to standard recipes and menu specifications.
• Ensures sanitation and health regulations are enforced.
• Coordinates with dining room staff on food orders.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation procedures

Basic reading and math

High-volume operation

Job description

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WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US.

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.

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WE LOVE OUR WORK.

• 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.
  
  

BRING US YOUR BEST.

• 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.
  
  

STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US.

We’ve grown to become the leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences thanks to our 43 destinations across North America, online sports betting and iCasino via ESPN BET and theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino.

Being an industry leader means more than being a purveyor of fun. We are also committed to values like diversity and sustainability — for our community, our team members, our vendors, and our planet.

We're changing entertainment. Follow us.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Gambling Facilities and Casinos

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