Line Cook - Classic Dining

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment is seeking a motivated kitchen teammate to support daily operations. You will prepare, expedite, monitor, and transport food items as directed, adhering to recipes and presentation standards.

As a member of the kitchen team, you will work with the Sous Chef, maintain cleanliness, and ensure guests receive timely, courteous service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and speak English with clarity.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, manuals and instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math and analyze data.
• Identify problems and draw valid conclusions from information.
• Interpret various written or verbal instructions.
• Eligible for licensing with Pennsylvania State Racing Commission.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, expedites, monitors, replenishes, and transports foods per production sheets.
• Follow daily instructions from Sous Chef for specials or menu changes.
• Arrange mise en place according to posted requirements.
• Communicate needs and discrepancies with supervisor.
• Prepare and present menu items per recipes and photos.
• Assist in other kitchen areas as directed.
• Interact with guests and coworkers professionally.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Communication

Mathematics basics

Problem solving

Instruction interpretation

Licensing eligibility

Education

Experience or education equivalent

Job description

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

• 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.

Requirements

• 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