Pan-Asian Wok Chef — Fast-Paced Kitchen Master

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia; Hanover (York County); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

On-site Wellness center

Career growth opportunities

Bonuses and incentive programs

Free parking

Free meals/discounted meals

Employee discounts on Live! services

Job summary

Live! Casino & Hotel seeks an Asian Wok Specialist to deliver authentic Pan-Asian dishes, including stir-fries, noodles, vegetables, proteins, and sauces, using traditional wok techniques in a fast-paced casino kitchen.

You will uphold high sanitation and safety standards, manage inventory, and contribute culinary knowledge to bring freshness and artistry to every plate, while communicating in English and Asian languages as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Culinary arts courses or equivalent experience are required.
• 1–3 years experience as a line cook in an Asian restaurant is required.
• Must obtain and maintain Maryland Lottery license as mandated.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items and maintain temperature of items.
• Season and garnish food.
• Prepare soups and sauces.
• Maintain clean and orderly cooking area.
• Maintain inventory and place daily orders.
• Ensure safety and security of employees and guests.
• Monitor and adjust performance as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Use all kitchen equipment

Read/write instructions

PPE knowledge

Creative cooking

Interpret production lists

Record keeping

Sanitation knowledge

English + Asian languages

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary arts training

Job description

Min Compensation

USD $25.00/Hr.

Max Compensation

USD $25.00/Hr.

Overview

Why We Need Your Talents:

The Asian Wok Specialist plays a vital role in delivering an exceptional and authentic Pan‑Asian dining experience by expertly preparing high‑quality stir‑fried dishes, noodles, vegetables, proteins, and sauces using traditional wok techniques. Your mastery of high‑heat cooking, precise timing, and flavor balancing ensures that each dish reflects the bold, vibrant flavors our guests expect. By working efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen, maintaining strict sanitation and safety standards, and contributing your cultural and culinary knowledge, you help bring authenticity, freshness, and artistry to every plate—enhancing the overall excellence of the Live! dining experience.

Responsibilities

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Responsible for preparation of items and maintaining the temperature of the items.
• Responsible for seasoning and garnishing food.
• Responsible for preparing all soups and sauces.
• Responsible for keeping the cooking area clean and in an orderly state.
• Maintaining inventory and ordering food items on a daily basis.
• Ensure the safety and security of employees and guests.
• Monitor and adjust performance to local competition as warranted.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills to Help You Succeed:

• Ability to use all kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Ability to read and write basic instructions. Knowledge of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Ability to be creative with cooking and food preparation.
• Ability to Read and interpret production lists, menus, and Banquet event orders.
• Ability to complete accurate record keeping.
• Knowledge of sanitation and health department regulations for safe handling of food.
• Ability to communicate in English and fluently in either Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese & other Asian language.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Culinary arts courses or the equivalent experience.
• One (1) – three (3) years’ experience as a line of restaurant cook in Asian restaurant.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the necessary license as mandated by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency.

Physical Requirements:

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

Working Conditions:

• 24/7 high energy casino with over 300,000 sq. ft of gaming and entertainment space and approximately 3000 employees.
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.

Please note that this is a union position, and individuals in this role may be required to pay applicable union dues and fees.

We encourage Team Members to share their preferred shift availability, and we will strive to accommodate individual scheduling preferences whenever possible and consistent with business needs. Please note that this is a union-represented position and scheduling is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Team Members may be required to participate in shift bids, and shift assignments may change based on operational requirements and Team Member seniority.

What We Offer

Perks We Offer You

• Comprehensive group health benefits for full-time and part-time Team Members and their eligible dependents. Other benefits for full-time and part-time Team Members may include:
  • Free Basic Life Insurance
  • Free Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Generous retirement savings options
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site Wellness center for Team Members and eligible dependents (Maryland Property only)
• Training and pathways for career growth
• Robust Rewards & Recognition Programs
• Annual Merit Based Pay Increases
• Discretionary Performance Bonuses
• Discretionary Service Bonuses
• Free parking
• Free food and discounted meals
• Live! Hotel, Food & Beverage, and Entertainment Discounts

Life at Live!

Individuals chosen to be part of the Live! Team can expect:

• To be part of an exciting experience unlike any other in the market.
• To be given the power and responsibility to put service and community first.
• To come together as a strong team, while valuing and celebrating our diversity.
• To be given the tools, resources, and opportunity to grow in their career.
• To work hard and have fun.
• Live is a 24 hour /7 days per week high energy casino with a culture committed to fairness, teamwork, and most importantly FUN.
• The casino is large and fast paced, requiring the ability and energy to move about it with a true sense of urgency!
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.