Cook - Main Kitchen

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits Insurance package effective Day 1

Education reimbursement program

$700 Referral Bonus Program

Discounted food and goods

Hot meal monthly provided

Starbucks discount 20%

Gaming license reimbursement

Hotel discounts

Education reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Indiana is seeking a dedicated food preparation team member. The role requires at least one year of experience in a high-volume environment, where you'll prepare food consistently and safely per standard recipes. Responsibilities include maintaining hygiene standards and coordinating with the dining room staff. This position offers various benefits, including health insurance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience in a similar role.
• Basic reading and math skills required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items to standard in a high‑volume, fast-paced operation.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items following standard recipes.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in food handling.
• Coordinate orders with dining room staff.
• Wash, slice, peel, and cut various foods for cooking or serving.
• Observe and test foods for doneness using tasting, smell, or utensils.
• Ensure work procedures, quality standards, and menu specs are followed.
• Coordinate with dining room staff and communicate orders.
• Prepare all food items accurately in a timely manner.
• Complete all prep items as written on prep sheets.
• Use and maintain all areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe manner.
• Observe health department regulations on food handling, storage and temperature.
• Attend company training programs as scheduled.
• Complete opening/closing and other side duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Communicate with Lead Cook and Sous Chefs as needed.
• Follow SOP guidelines to ensure consistent execution of standards.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of sanitation procedures

Basic math skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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.

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Position is open until filled

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa offers Team Members:

Now hiring candidates 18 or older for all positions, including gaming licensed positions (Must be 21 or older for Beverage Server, Barback, Bartender)

• Health Benefits Insurance package effective Day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability for FT team members
• $700 Referral Bonus Program ($350 at 90 days $350 at 6 months) – for Team Members who refer new applicants
• Discounted Casino bus tickets
• Discounted RTD EcoPass
• Hot meal served by the Leadership Team once a month
• 20% discount for Starbucks, Ara Spa, and all food outlets
• 100% Colorado Gaming License reimbursement after 90 days of employment
• Hotel discounts available at all 43 PENN properties, plus discounts on goods and services
• Education reimbursement program and Annual Scholarship Program
• Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Responsible for learning and being familiar with all of Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa’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.

Requirements

• At least one (1) year experience directly related to the accountabilities
• Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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.