Cook-Buffet

PENN Entertainment • Vicksburg, MS

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About The Position

The Cook-Buffet prepares food items from computer-printed orders and established menu plans, recipes, and standards. The role includes preparing ingredients, cooking a wide variety of foods consistently and on time, coordinating orders with dining room staff, and completing assigned prep work. The Cook-Buffet maintains assigned work areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner and follows food-handling, storage, temperature, cleanliness, and other company procedures. The role also involves learning the facility’s room outlets to answer general property questions, attending scheduled training, completing opening, closing, and other assigned side duties, communicating with Lead Cooks and Sous Chefs, and maintaining confidentiality. Starting pay is $11.50 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience as a line cook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency and literacy in English.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with team members at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items to standard in a high-volume, fast-paced operation.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of sanitation procedures.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in culinary arts or a recognized apprenticeship is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn the facility’s room outlets and answer general questions regarding the property.
• Read food orders from computer printouts and prepare food items according to established menu plans.
• Prepare food according to standard recipes and menu specifications to ensure consistency.
• Wash, slice, peel, and cut foods in preparation for cooking or serving.
• Observe and test food to determine whether it has been cooked sufficiently.
• Ensure work procedures, quality standards, and menu specifications are followed.
• Coordinate with and communicate orders to dining room staff.
• Prepare food accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete assigned prep items as listed on the prep sheet.
• Use and maintain assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner.
• Follow Health Department regulations for food handling, storage, steam-table temperatures, and work-area cleanliness.
• Attend company training programs as scheduled.
• Complete opening, closing, and other side duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Communicate as needed with Lead Cooks and Sous Chefs.
• Follow the Standard Operating Procedures manual and company and departmental standards.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in company matters.

Benefits

• Wellness programs designed to support financial, physical, and mental well-being.
• Day-one medical coverage may vary by position.
• 401(k) matching may vary by position.
• Annual performance bonus may vary by position.
• Paid time off earned according to local policy and increasing with length of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED