Cook 1 (FT)

PENN Entertainment; Perryville (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join PENN Entertainment as part of the kitchen staff, where you will engage in food preparation with a focus on detail and quality. This role emphasizes teamwork and communication skills, ensuring a seamless dining experience for guests while contributing to a fun and exciting work environment.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical coverage from day one

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18.
• One year related experience or training.
• Ability to read/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate menu items with attention to detail.
• Clean workstations and report to Executive Chef.
• Manage ingredient inventory and assist with stock orders.

Skills

Verbal communication

Basic math skills

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—mayvaryby position.Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Click HEREto discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.

WE LOVE OUR WORK.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report to Executive Chef at start of shift to receive instructions on daily specials or menu changes.
• Complete all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef/Executive Chef or other kitchen manager.
• Arrange mise en place according to posted instructions and menu requirements.
• Wash, chop, and sort ingredients, such as fruits, vegetables, and meat, in preparation for cooking.
• Measure quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients as indicated by production sheets.
• Parboil ingredients, reduce sauces, or otherwise initiate the start of various dishes.
• Prepare and plate menu items, meats, soups, and other food items, as ordered, per specifications on a hot food production line with strict attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Report spoilage and item discrepancies to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain workstation and walk-in coolers in accordance with Hollywood Casino and MD Department of Health Standards.
• Clean station and report to Executive Chef for closing instructions.
• Track ingredient inventory and collaborate with other kitchen/management staff to order resupply.
• Label and stock all ingredients on easily accessible shelves.
• Clean dishes, wash cooking utensils and cookware, take out the trash, and sanitize the kitchen.
• Perform other duties as assigned by F&B Supervisor/ Executive Chef/ F&B Operations Manager.

BRING US YOUR BEST.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent and one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• The ability to read and write in English and have good verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills, such as adding, subtracting, fractions, decimals, percentages, etc.
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move between 5-25lbs.
• The ability to occasionally lift and/or move more than 25lbs.
• Must qualify for a license with the Maryland State Lottery Agency and meet any credentialling requirements of the Maryland Gaming Control Board.

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

STARTING SALARY

17.00