Cook 2 - LEC Restaurant

Hollywoodindiana; Lawrenceburg (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading entertainment provider as a Cook 2 at their LEC Restaurant. You will ensure quality food production, maintain a clean kitchen, and provide excellent customer service. Ideal candidates have a passion for cooking and experience in high-volume settings. The role offers opportunities for career growth and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Wellness programs

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Performance bonuses

Paid time off

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of casual dining experience in a high-volume setting.
• Intermediate cooking experience with knowledge of kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, efficient food production and maintain quality.
• Prepare stocks, soups, and sauces for daily service.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively.

Skills

English

Cooking

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Arts degree

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 be part of an exciting, fast-paced industry, working with a diverse team driven by enthusiasm for entertainment. We support your career growth and offer resources to expand your possibilities.

Initial salary placement is based on relevant experience and knowledge. Our Total Rewards package includes wellness programs, day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and performance bonuses. Paid time off varies by policy and increases with tenure.

Click HERE to learn how we empower our team members to grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure safe, efficient food production, maintaining quality, quantity, and proper storage, including stations like expo, broiler, sauté, salads, appetizers, roasting, baking, stir frying, deep frying, poaching, braising, etc.
2. Assist with setup and operation of multiple stations; coach Cook Level III for cross-utilization and upward mobility.
3. Prepare stocks, soups, and sauces for daily service.
4. Follow SOPs and production lists to meet par levels and specifications.
5. Know emergency procedures.
6. Communicate regularly with the supervising chef, maintain equipment and cleanliness, and report issues immediately.
7. Work efficiently with team members in any kitchen environment.
8. Provide excellent customer service and positive communication with patrons and coworkers.
9. Perform duties safely, report hazards, and adapt to additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED required; college or Culinary Arts degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of casual dining experience with recipe production, plating, and coordination in a high-volume setting.
• Intermediate cooking experience with knowledge of kitchen equipment; Serve-safe certification preferred.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Ability to tolerate smoke, noise, bright lights.
• Work quickly in crowded/noisy environments.
• Maintain professional appearance.
• Availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push/pull 150-250 lbs., and work in temperatures from -10°F to 140°F.
• Good vision and physical ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and handle heat and equipment.

Additional Information

We are a leading entertainment provider with 43 destinations across North America, online sports betting, and iCasino platforms. We value diversity and sustainability, committed to community, team members, vendors, and the planet.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Entertainment Providers