Cook II - Pool - Seasonal

Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast; Bay St. Louis (MS); On-site; USD 15,343 - 21,852; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast in Bay St. Louis seeks a Cook to join their team. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in a full-service restaurant. Responsibilities include preparing food items following established recipes and ensuring quality standards. The starting salary is $13.50 per hour, with various benefits such as day-one medical coverage and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a full-service restaurant preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation procedures and food handling regulations.
• Basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Learn and become familiar with the facility's room outlets.
• Prepare food items according to established menu plans.
• Ensure consistency of products to the guests.

Skills

Knowledge of kitchen tools and equipment

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Ability to work collaboratively

Demonstrated ability to prepare food in a high-volume environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Degree in Culinary Arts or recognized apprenticeship

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.
• Assists in training new Cooks.
• 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in Culinary Arts or recognized apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a full-service restaurant preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to use all kitchen tools and equipment. Ability to identify all products used in kitchen operation. Ability to recognize spoiled or questionable products.
• 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.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Starting salary: Starting from $13.50 per hour, based on experience.