Cook- Main Kitchen

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Council Bluffs is seeking a Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You will read orders, prepare items per menu, and ensure consistency and quality across dishes. The role requires sanitation discipline and clear communication with dining room staff and leadership.

We offer a fast-paced environment with opportunities for career growth and a comprehensive benefits package. The position is full-time and on-site, with competitive pay based on experience and local policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; culinary arts degree preferred.
• Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• 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 for guests.
• Washes, slices, peels, and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
• Observes and tests foods to determine if cooked sufficiently by tasting or using utensils.
• Ensures work procedures, quality standards, and menu specifications are followed.
• Coordinates with and communicates orders to dining room staff; communicates with Lead Cook and Sous Chefs as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Recipe adherence

Sanitation procedures

Communication with staff

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Arts Training

Job description

Introduction

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.

Click HERE to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Communicates as needed with Lead Cook and Sous Chefs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in culinary arts or recognized apprenticeship preferred.
• Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the application of sanitation procedures.