Cook-Johnny Sanchez

PENN Entertainment, Inc.; Lake Charles (LA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PENN Entertainment, Inc. is seeking a motivated line cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You’ll learn the facility’s outlets, read orders accurately, and prepare meals to standard recipes while maintaining cleanliness and safety.

This role emphasizes teamwork, strong English communication, basic math for recipes, and confidentiality in all company matters. We offer a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and ongoing training.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary arts degree/apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum one year of line cook experience.
• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team in a fast-paced operation.
• Knowledge of sanitation procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Learn facility outlets and answer general questions about the property.
• Read orders and prepare food items per menu.
• Prepare all foods according to standard recipes for consistency.
• Wash, slice, peel, and cut foods for cooking or serving.
• Test foods for doneness by tasting, smelling, or piercing them.
• Maintain sanitation and safety per guidelines.
• Coordinate with dining room staff and communicate orders.
• Prepare items in a timely manner.
• Complete prep items as written on prep sheet.
• Follow SOPs to ensure consistent standards.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Reading & math

Food preparation

Sanitation procedures

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary arts degree or apprenticeship preferred

Descripción del empleo

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 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.
• 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 department standards.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in culinary arts or recognized apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a line cook required.
• 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.