COOK II

PENN Entertainment, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment, Inc. in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a kitchen team member responsible for the safe and efficient preparation of food across multiple kitchen stations.

The role supports the chef in maintaining high standards, following recipes, and ensuring sanitary procedures are followed. Ideal candidates will read and write in English, have basic math skills, and work well in a fast-paced environment with a focus on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate verbally in English.
• Ability to follow recipes and safety procedures.
• Attention to detail and teamwork to maintain kitchen efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safe, proper and efficient preparation of food.
• Accountable for the efficiency and operation of assigned kitchen areas.
• Set up and break down all food stations; maintain cleanliness and order.
• Season food and garnish as directed by the chef; assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Basic math

Job description

Introduction

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Overview

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.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe, proper and efficient preparation of food. Accountable for the efficiency and operation of the areas of the kitchen they are assigned.

Essential Functions

• React to food orders in an efficient and proper manner, assuring presentations and procedures are being followed.
• Ability to work the grill, deep fryer, roasting, sauté, prep and pantry stations proficiently.
• Estimate and requisition supplies from the receiving areas for service.
• Ability to set up and break down all food stations in the kitchens.
• Season food, add garnish, sauce or vegetables, on the order, as determined by the chef.
• Perform job combinations as necessary in the kitchen.
• Maintaining kitchen clean and in good working order throughout the shift.
• Assure that the kitchen is closed down properly after each shift. And be held accountable for the checking of this function.
• Understanding of safe food handling practices as described in Michigan Health Code.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Understand and comply with all company and departmental rules and regulations, policies and procedures. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff. Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally in English. Ability to perform basic math.