Line Cook - Wahlburgers - Part-Time

PENN Entertainment, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment, Inc. is seeking a kitchen team member to help create a fun, guest‑focused dining experience. You will work across outlets, support culinary operations, and contribute to a welcoming atmosphere for guests and staff.

Responsibilities include following recipes and plating standards, assisting in prep and production, and maintaining safety and cleanliness. You will thrive in a fast-paced casino kitchen and support company events and guest services.

Qualifications

• Must have an outgoing, energetic attitude.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must enjoy hosting others and creating a fun environment.
• Fluent and literate in English.
• College degree or Culinary Arts degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Foster a fun guest environment and host guests and coworkers.
• Assist in kitchen operations including broiler, sauté, pantry and prep as needed.
• Follow recipes, maintain plating standards and ensure quality and safety.
• Support safety and cleanliness programs and teamwork across outlets.

Skills

Outgoing attitude

Energetic personality

Excellent interpersonal skills

Fluent English

22+? age 21+ requirement

Education

College degree or Culinary Arts preferred

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

• Responsible for fostering a fun environment


• Responsible for being a gracious host to all guests and co-workers


• Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events


• Ability to perform assigned function within the kitchen such as broiler, sauté, pantry, prep and production when needed.


• Accepts direction during day to day operations to ensure culinary standards and operational guidelines within a specific outlet for a specific shift including kitchen areas, food preparation activities and facilities are met.


• Efficient preparation of all food related items based on established recipes and plating procedures for both batch and individual plated with attention to maintaining appropriate volume, quality, cleanliness and attractiveness.


• Adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and stem kettles.


• Bakes, roasts, broils, and stems meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.


• Adds seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking.


• Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork to determine that food is cooked.


• Carves meats, portions food and serving plates, adds sauces, and garnishes serving to fill orders.


• Exhibit knife skills, classic cuts and sharpening.


• Washes, peels, cuts and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare them for use.


• Supports safety and accident prevention programs (nonslip footwear, knife handling, and proper lifting).


• Partners with culinary leadership to work as a team to ensure coordinated workflow during shift to meet business demands and ensure customer satisfaction. Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to the Company and encourages others to do the same.Exhibit knife skills, classic cuts and sharpening.Provide stellar customer service to internal and external customers and vendors including participation in and promotion of customer service programs to continuously improve customer service.Assist in operation of other food and beverage venues as needed.Attend all departmental and company training programs or meetings as directed.Adhere to all company policies and procedures.Adhere to all gaming laws and regulations.Perform all job duties in a safe and responsible manner including keeping areas clean and free of safety hazards, debris, and litter. Meet department uniform, appearance, and grooming requirements.Any job duty needed to promote productivity in the efficient administration of business, or any reasonable request made by your supervisor or management personnel.

Requirements

• Must have an outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic attitude


• Must be 21 years of age


• Must enjoy hosting others


• Must be comfortable initiating conversations and creating a fun environment with our guests


• Knowledge of applicable food preparation methods and measures for menu planning, soups, sauces, meat and seafood items for batch or individual recipes.


• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills


• Good oral and written communication, must be fluent and literate in English


• College degree or Culinary Arts degree preferred or a minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.