Specialty Cook

Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical

401(k) matching

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in East Chicago is seeking a qualified line cook to join our casino culinary team. This role prepares food items from standard recipes, ensuring quality and speed in a high-volume environment.

You will follow health and safety guidelines, complete prep lists, coordinate with dining room staff, and participate in company training. Benefits include day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, annual bonus, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. three years of culinary experience required.
• Ability to read recipes and measurements; pass culinary tests.
• Ability to work harmoniously with coworkers in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Reads food orders and prepares items per standard recipes.
• Prepares foods to ensure product consistency for guests.
• Coordinates and communicates orders with dining room staff.
• Maintains sanitary, safe work environment per Health Department rules.
• Completes opening/closing duties and other side tasks as assigned.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food prep

Sanitation knowledge

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

• Reads food orders from computer printouts and prepares food items according to established menu plans. - Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of products to the guests. - Washes, slices, peels, and cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving. - Observes and tests foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils. - Prepares a daily prep list and written daily orders. - Engages the guest each time they come to the line. Explains product, asks questions, and builds positive relationships with the guests. - Coordinates and communicates orders with dining room staff. - Receives and delivers food to the proper areas. - Works the line in different locations to include but not limited to sauté, broiler, appetizer, pantry, pasta, and grill. - Expedites all food orders promptly. - Uses and maintains all assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner. - Follows Health Department regulations regarding food handling, storage, proper steam table temperature, and cleanliness of work environment. - Responsible for having a full knowledge of the SDS program. - Attends company/restaurant training programs as they are scheduled. - Completes opening, closing, and other side duties as assigned. - Performs all job functions in conjunction with the guidelines described in the Standard Operating Procedures manual to ensure consistent execution of company and departmental standards.

• High School Diploma or equivalent. three years of culinary experience required. - Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements. - Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items, to standard, in a high-volume, fast-paced operation. - Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the application of sanitation procedures. - Must be able to pass culinary tests. - Ability to work harmoniously with coworkers. - Ability to work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment (i.e., knives) requiring fine finger dexterity.

We’ve grown to become the leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences thanks to our 43 destinations across North America, online sports betting and iCasino via theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino®.

Being an industry leader means more than being a purveyor of fun. We are also committed to values like diversity and sustainability — for our community, our team members, our vendors, and our planet.

Equal Opportunity Employer