Line Cook III - Luk Fu - Philadelphia

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a skilled line cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items while adhering to high standards of quality and safety. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, working alongside a team dedicated to providing exceptional service. This position offers a chance to showcase your culinary talents and contribute to a vibrant dining experience. If you are passionate about food and enjoy working in a high-energy atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous retirement savings options

Free uniforms

Free parking

Discounted meals

Service and Attendance bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on hotels and travel

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a line cook, preferably in an Asian restaurant.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and cook food according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure kitchen stations are ready for service and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Sanitation Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Arts Courses

Job description

Overview

Why We Need Your Talents

Responsible for properly preparing and cooking all food items in a safe, timely, organized manner maintaining high quality of foods and demonstrating professionalism that reflects our company values.

Responsibilities

Where You'll Make an Impact

• Produce from standardized recipes.
• Prepare, portion, and cook food accordingly.
• Ensure stations are prepared to meet anticipated levels of business for the day, assisting fellow staff when needed.
• Accomplish daily cleaning duties efficiently, following sanitation guidelines.
• Handle high volume cooking and plating while maintaining consistent quality of food in a fast-paced environment.
• Work hands-on with other kitchen personnel to ensure high quality of food, timeliness of food service, proper food handling, and a safe, sanitary kitchen.
• Knowledge of safety procedures to ensure employee safety.
• Follow all appropriate procedures and work under supervision of culinary management team.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Occasionally interact directly with guests.
• Abide by company and department specific appearance standards.
• Demonstrate professionalism that reflects our brand and company values.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A Few Must Haves

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Culinary arts courses or equivalent experience.
• One (1) – three (3) years’ experience as a line cook in a restaurant, preferably in an Asian restaurant.
• Must comply with all state gaming regulations, which may include obtaining a license.

Perks We Offer You

• Comprehensive health coverage for full-time and part-time Team Members and their eligible dependents.
• Generous retirement savings options.
• Free uniforms.
• Free parking.
• Discounted meals.
• Service and Attendance bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on hotels, theme parks, travel, and more!

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods without sitting or leaning.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach while carrying food products, equipment, or trash/waste weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift, carry, and deliver food items weighing up to 50 pounds throughout a scheduled shift.
• Ability to work around 500-degree ovens and in 40-degree walk-in refrigerators.
• Ability to stand and walk continually throughout a 10-hour shift.

Life at Live!

• 24/7 high-energy casino culture committed to fairness, teamwork, and FUN.
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• Work in an environment where smoking is allowed.