Line Cook I - Banquets - Philadelphia

Live Casino & Hotel; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent casino and hotel in Philadelphia is seeking a Line Cook to prepare and cook food in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high quality and safety standards. The role requires specific certifications, collaboration with kitchen staff, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-energy atmosphere.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement savings options

Free uniforms and parking

Discounted meals

Service and attendance bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on hotels, theme parks, travel, and more

Qualifications

• RAMP and Serv-Safe certification required.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and move safely and efficiently in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Produce dishes from standardized recipes.
• Ensure stations are prepared for anticipated levels of business.
• Collaborate with kitchen personnel to ensure high-quality food.

Skills

Ability to work in smoke-filled environments

Basic math skills

Food handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Why We Need Your Talents

The Live! Line Cook is responsible for properly preparing and cooking all food items in a safe, timely, and organized manner, maintaining high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce dishes from standardized recipes.
• Prepare, portion, and cook food accordingly.
• Ensure stations are prepared for anticipated levels of business, assisting staff as needed.
• Meet ticket time requirements consistently.
• Perform daily cleaning duties following sanitation guidelines efficiently.
• Handle high-volume cooking and plating while maintaining consistent food quality in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with kitchen personnel to ensure high-quality, timely, and safe food handling and service.
• Follow all procedures under the supervision of culinary management.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through communication and coordination.
• Occasionally interact directly with guests.
• Adhere to appearance standards set by the company and department.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in smoke-filled environments.
• RAMP and Serv-Safe certification required.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic math skills, including percentages, quantities, and variances.
• Ability to stand and move safely and efficiently in the kitchen.
• Handling food, objects, products, and utensils.

A Few Must Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant work experience in food service preferred.

Perks We Offer You

• Comprehensive health coverage for full-time and part-time team members and dependents.
• Retirement savings options.
• Free uniforms and parking.
• Discounted meals.
• Service and attendance bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on hotels, theme parks, travel, and more.

Physical Requirements

• Extended hours and flexible scheduling required.
• Ability to move throughout a 300,000+ sq ft casino with urgency.
• Lifting items up to 75 pounds.
• Stand for long periods without sitting or leaning.
• Climb, bend, stretch, reach, work in variable temperatures and noise levels.
• Use stairs and elevators regularly.

Life at Live!

• High-energy casino culture emphasizing fairness, teamwork, and fun.
• Exposure to smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• Occasional working in smoking environments.

*Employment is contingent upon full COVID-19 vaccination, with reasonable accommodations available for disabilities or sincerely-held beliefs.*