Line Cook - Classic Dining

Hollywood Casino Morgantown; Morgantown (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollywood Casino Morgantown, operated by PENN Entertainment, is seeking a kitchen team member to support daily food prep, line duties, and guest service on the casino floor. The role emphasizes adherence to recipes, cleanliness, and collaborative work with the Sous Chef and other kitchen staff.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience (or equivalent), strong English reading/writing ability, basic math, and the capacity to obtain any required licenses for Pennsylvania gaming venues.

Qualifications

• One to two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to respond to guest inquiries and complaints.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to read, interpret technical procedures.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to identify problems, collect data, analyze, and draw conclusions.
• Ability to interpret various instructions.
• Must qualify for a Pennsylvania State Racing Commission license and meet Gaming Control Board credentialing requirements.
• Working events may require a non-gaming credential.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, expedites, monitors, replenishes, and transports meats, vegetables, soups, sauces and other food items as directed.
• Receives daily instructions from Sous Chef and implements specials or menu changes.
• Sets up mise en place per posted instructions and menu requirements.
• Communicates station needs, waste, and discrepancies to supervisor.
• Prepares and presents menu items following recipes and presentation photos.
• Assists in other kitchen areas as directed by Sous Chef.
• Interacts with guests and coworkers professionally.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area at all times.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

English proficiency

Math skills

Problem solving

Reading/comprehension

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.

WE LOVE OUR WORK.

• Prepares, expedites, monitors, replenishes, and/or transports meats, vegetables, soups, sauces and other food items as indicated by production sheets.
• Reports to Sous Chef at start of shift to receive instructions as daily specials or menu changes.
• Arranges mise en place according posted instructions and menu requirements.
• Communicates station needs, waste and discrepancies with immediate supervisor.
• As directed by supervisor, prepares and presents menu items according to recipe specification and presentation photos.
• Assists in other areas of kitchen as directed by Sous Chef.
• Interacts with guests and coworkers in a professional, courteous manner.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

BRING US YOUR BEST.

• One to two years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak English
• Must have the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from guests. Must have the ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and manuals
• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures
• Must have the ability to perform basic math skills.
• Must have the ability to identify problems, collect data, analyze, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions (i.e., written, verbak, etc.).
• Must qualify for a license with the Pennsylvania State Racing Commission and meet any credentialing requirements of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.
• Working events on the casino floor will require an individual to obtain a non‑gaming credential.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Walking 30% of the time
• Standing 70% of the time
• Bending and lifting 10% of the time
• Climbing up heights in excess of 10 feet
• Lifting/moving maximum of 100 lbs
• Ability to see 20/20, color, and/or peripherally

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• This is a smoking environment in guest areas and a non-smoking, with the exception of designated areas, employee environment
• High Noise Level

STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US.

We’ve grown to become the leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences thanks to our 43 destinations across North America, online sports betting and iCasino via theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino®.

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Being an industry leader means more than being a purveyor of fun. We are also committed to values like diversity and sustainability — for our community, our team members, our vendors, and our planet.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STARTING SALARY

$16.00 to $18.00 per hour, based on experience