Cook I - Buffet - Full Time

Boomtown Casino Biloxi; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Biloxi is seeking a motivated Cook I to join our kitchen team. You will prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner or hors d'oeuvres to the standards set by the Executive Chef, keep the area clean, and maintain quality during a fast-paced shift.

Qualified candidates will have a High school diploma or GED, the ability to read and follow recipes, knowledge of kitchen tools, and willingness to complete ServSafe Alcohol training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Ability to read and comprehend recipes and instructions
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and equipment
• Apprentice certification preferred
• Able to stand for full shifts and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Consistently prepares breakfast, lunch, dinner or hors d'oeuvres to chef standards
• Keeps work area clean and organized
• Exhibits friendly and courteous demeanor with customers and staff
• Follows recipes and portion standards
• Assists with other kitchen tasks as assigned

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprentice certification preferred

Tools

Cook equipment knowledge

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.

WE LOVE OUR WORK.

• Consistently prepares breakfast, lunch, dinner or hor d'oeuvres to standards established by the Executive Chef.
• Ensures that work area is kept clean and orderly.
• Must be able to stand for a full shift.
• Exhibits a friendly, helpful and courteous manner when dealing with customers and fellow cast members.
• Any and all duties as assigned by you Supervisor or a member of management.

BRING US YOUR BEST.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Knowledge and ability to use all kitchen tools and equipment.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other cast members of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Knowledge of weights, measures and recipe yield.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Apprentice for Certification preferred.
• Ability to identify all products used in kitchen operation. Ability to recognize spoiled or questionable products. Ability to read, comprehend and execute recipes. Ability to successfully complete Cook I tests.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the cast member is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The cast member is frequently required to talk or hear. The cast member is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The cast member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the cast member is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Must successfully complete ServSafe Alcohol training certification course.

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 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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer