Fryhouse Entry Level Cook 1, Southland Casino

Delaware North; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Tuition and/or certification reimburse

Job summary

Delaware North Gaming is seeking a full-time Cook for Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas. You will prepare food for guest orders, read recipes, and coordinate with the serving team in a fast-paced kitchen.

The position offers weekly pay and a benefits package designed to support well-being, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Reads and understands recipes and food abbreviations.
• Thrives in a fast-paced kitchen with high attention to detail.
• Works well in a team and follows directions.
• Can perform basic math for recipe measurements.

Responsibilities

• Follow supervisor's assignments for food production and prepare items per recipes.
• Set up, operate, and clean kitchen equipment; keep stations clean and stocked.
• Work cooperatively with team members and management.
• Follow opening and closing procedures as assigned.

Skills

Reading recipes

Team player

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Lifting 20 lbs

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Gaming is searching for full-time Cooks to join our team at Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas. As a Cook, you will partake in important food preparation for guest orders and communicate with serving team members. If you have a passion for the art of cooking, a flair for flavors, and a desire to work in a dynamic kitchen environment, join us in creating culinary delights that will leave a lasting impression on our guests.

Pay

$16.00 - $17.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Follow supervisor's assignments for food production and prepare food and beverage products for guests by following recipe guidelines, using proper preparation techniques, and sanitation guidelines
• Set up, operate and clean kitchen equipment, according to correct procedures as well as keeping workstations clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked
• Work cooperatively with team members and management
• Follow supervisor's assignments for opening and closing procedures

More about you

• Ability to read and understand recipes and food abbreviations
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work as a team player, following procedures and taking directions
• Basic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurements
• No experience or diploma required

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift 20 lbs or more
• Ability to stand for long periods while also bending, lifting, and reaching
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders
• Exposed to variable temperatures

Shift details

Evenings
On call
Split shift
Overnight
Holidays
M-F
Evenings as needed
Weekends
Every weekend
8hr shift
10hr shift
12hr shift
Weekends only
Events
OT as needed
Weekdays as needed

Who we are

Southland Casino Hotel, owned and operated by Delaware North, features more than 2200 slot machines, live blackjack, craps, and roulette tables, simulcast wagering, and sportsbook. Our new hotel features 300 luxurious rooms and suites. Southland is located in West Memphis, Arkansas, only a short drive from downtown Memphis, Tennessee.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.