Cook

Ameristar Casino Hotel Vicksburg; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Ameristar Casino Hotel Vicksburg is seeking a line cook to support a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will learn the facility’s outlets, read and prepare orders to established recipes, and ensure consistency and quality of all dishes.

The role requires strong English communication, teamwork, and a solid understanding of sanitation practices. Starting pay is $11.50 per hour, based on experience, with benefits varying by position.

Qualifications

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with team members at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items to standard in a high-volume operation.
• Knowledge of sanitation procedures and safe food handling.
• Ability to read recipes and follow precise measurements.

Responsibilities

• Learn and be familiar with the facility’s room outlets and answer general questions about the property.
• Read food orders and prepare items according to established menu plans.
• Prepare all food items according to recipes to ensure consistency.
• Wash, slice, peel, and cut foods for cooking or serving.
• Monitor cooking for doneness and maintain quality standards.
• Coordinate with dining room staff and communicate orders.
• Complete prep items as listed on prep sheets.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a sanitary, safe condition.
• Adhere to Health Department regulations for food handling and cleanliness.
• Attend training and complete side duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Team collaboration

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Reading recipes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for learning and being familiar with the facility’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.
• 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.
• 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 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.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.

MUST HAVES

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in culinary arts or recognized apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a line cook required.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills; must be fluent and literate in English.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

STARTING SALARY

Starting pay $11.50 an hour, based on experience