Pan-Asian Lead Cook at High-Energy Casino Kitchen

Live! Casino & Hotel; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Free parking

Free meals

Discounted meals

Job summary

Live! Casino & Hotel in Hanover, MD is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee Pan Asian cuisine, ensuring authentic flavors, proper temperatures, and consistent presentation across menus.

You will lead the line, enforce sanitation, manage daily inventory, and mentor cooks while delivering elevated dining experiences in a fast-paced, 24/7 casino setting. Strong organizational skills and culinary technique are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Culinary arts courses or equivalent experience in Asian cuisine.
• 1–3 years experience as a line cook in Asian restaurants.
• Must be able to obtain Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the temperature of items.
• Season and garnish food.
• Prepare all soups and sauces.
• Keep the cooking area clean and orderly.
• Maintain inventory and order food items daily.
• Ensure the safety and security of employees and guests.
• Monitor and adjust performance to local competition.

Skills

Kitchen equipment use

English literacy

Menu interpretation

Record-keeping

Multilingual (Asian languages)

Sanitation knowledge

Creative cooking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary arts courses / Asian cuisine experience

Job description

Live! Casino & Hotel in Hanover, MD is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee Pan Asian cuisine, ensuring authentic flavors, proper temperatures, and consistent presentation across menus.

You will lead the line, enforce sanitation, manage daily inventory, and mentor cooks while delivering elevated dining experiences in a fast-paced, 24/7 casino setting. Strong organizational skills and culinary technique are essential to succeed.