Line Cook - Sports Bar

PENN Entertainment, Inc.; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment, Inc. in Morgantown, WV is hiring for a line cook. You will prepare and plate menu items, coordinate with the Sous Chef, and ensure mise en place meets daily specials and recipe specs.

The role requires reading and following safety rules, basic math for portions, and keeping a clean, sanitary kitchen. The work environment is fast-paced with guest interaction and teamwork at the casino dining facilities.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak English.
• Able to read and interpret safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and manuals.
• Able to perform basic math and measurements.
• Able to respond to guest inquiries or complaints.
• Able to interpret various instructions (written or verbal).
• Must qualify for a license with the Pennsylvania State Racing Commission and meet credentialing requirements of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and transports meats, vegetables, soups, sauces as production sheets indicate.
• Receives daily specials or menu changes from the Sous Chef.
• Sets up mise en place according to instructions.
• Communicates station needs and waste with supervisor.
• Prepares and presents menu items per recipe and photos.
• Assists other kitchen areas as directed.
• Interacts with guests and coworkers professionally.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Numerical math skills

Guest service mindset

Teamwork

Food safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

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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 to 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

• Must have a high School Diploma or GED.
• 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, verbal, 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.