Specialty Cook Red Lotus

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment's Red Lotus is seeking a Specialty Cook I to lead the line with precision, mentor junior cooks, and shape an iconic dining experience from day one.

You'll bring 3–5+ years of Asian cuisine or fine-dining kitchen experience, advanced wok skills, and strong leadership for a high-volume setting; ServSafe certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in Asian cuisine or fine-dining kitchens with multiple stations.
• Leadership experience coordinating service and training teams.
• Advanced culinary skills with wok experience and plating discipline.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification preferred.]
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• CoT_job_summary_short":"COMPANY NAME: PENN Entertainment\nKEY POINTS: Specialty Cook I role, line leadership, Asian cuisine & wok skills"
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Responsibilities

• Bring your culinary expertise to the grand stage at Red Lotus.
• As a Specialty Cook I, you'll be the culinary leader on the line, orchestrating service with precision, mentoring junior cooks.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Wok experience

High-volume service

Food safety awareness

Team training

Job description

Introduction

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

Bring your culinary expertise to the grand stage at Red Lotus.

As a Specialty Cook I, you'll be the culinary leader on the line, orchestrating service with precision, mentoring junior cooks. This is more than a kitchen role - it's your chance to help shape an iconic dining experience from day one.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of progressive experience in Asian cruisine or fine-dining kitchens with mastery of multiple stations.
• Proven leadership experience coordinating service and training teams.
• Advanced culinary skills: Wok experience and plating discipline.
• Strong palate, attention to detail, and ability to deliver at a high-volume pace.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification preferred.

Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) Occupational Licensing.
• Illinois Food Handler certification (within 30 days of hire).
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift 35-50 lbs, and thrive in a high-energy casino restaurant environment.