Line Cook 1 FT

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 co-workers 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. 

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The Cook 1 is a vital member of our culinary team, entrusted with the core responsibilities that ensure the efficient operation of our kitchen and the delivery of exceptional dining experiences. The primary duties of the Cook 1 involve receiving daily instructions from the Executive Chef, meticulously preparing ingredients, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and adhering to recipe guidelines. Close collaboration between the Cook 1 and other kitchen staff, commitment to detail, and dedication to customer service will help create a memorable culinary experience for our guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report to Executive Chef at start of shift to receive instructions on daily specials or menu changes.
• Complete all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef/Executive Chef or other kitchen manager.
• Arrange mise en place according to posted instructions and menu requirements.
• Wash, chop, and sort ingredients, such as fruits, vegetables, and meat, in preparation for cooking.
• Measure quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients as indicated by production sheets.
• Parboil ingredients, reduce sauces, or otherwise initiate the start of various dishes.
• Prepare and plate menu items, meats, soups, and other food items, as ordered, per specifications on a hot food production line with strict attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Report spoilage and item discrepancies to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain workstation and walk-in coolers in accordance with Hollywood Casino and MD Department of Health Standards.
• Clean station and report to Executive Chef for closing instructions.

OTHER DUTUES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Track ingredient inventory and collaborate with other kitchen/management staff to order resupply.
• Label and stock all ingredients on easily accessible shelves.
• Clean dishes, wash cooking utensils and cookware, take out the trash, and sanitize the kitchen.
• Perform other duties as assigned by F&B Supervisor/ Executive Chef/ F&B Operations Manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role has no supervisory responsibilities; however, in the absence of a supervisor, the person in this role may be asked to answer routine questions from co-workers, lead the competition of daily tasks within the department, and/or interact with others when necessary to achieve desired outcomes.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent and one-year related experience and/or training.
• The ability to read and write in English and have good verbal communication skills.
• Must qualify for a license with the Maryland State Lottery Agency and meet any credentialing requirements of the Maryland Gaming Control Board.
• Basic math skills, such as adding, subtracting, fractions, decimals, percentages, etc.
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move between 5-25lbs.
• The ability to occasionally lift and/or move more than 25lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The completion of a basic culinary training/education/certificate program.
• Knowledge of cooking temperatures of all proteins.
• Knowledge of basic health department safety standards of cooking and cooling.
• Knowledge of proper ways to clean a workstation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While carrying out the responsibilities of this position, the Team Member will regularly engage in speaking and listening. Additionally, the Team Member will frequently be involved in tasks such as standing, walking, and using their hands for activities like handling, fingering, or feeling. On occasion, the Team Member may be required to sit, reach with their hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and even use their senses of taste and smell. Furthermore, the Team Member will often need to lift and move items weighing between 5 and 25 pounds, and occasionally, they may need to lift and transport objects exceeding 25 pounds. Specific visual acuity demands for this position encompass close vision, distance vision, color perception, peripheral vision, depth recognition, and the ability to focus as required.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and making reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The role may involve adapting to changing environmental conditions, including exposure to elevated kitchen heat and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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