Drylands - Cook II

PENN Entertainment • Hobbs, NM

11d

About The Position

Cook Level 2 supports the Sous Chef in producing raw and cooked food products for culinary operations. The role contributes to developing standard operating procedures, advanced cooking styles, and food production practices, using various techniques and equipment to prepare food safely and efficiently. The Cook II helps operate multiple stations and supports Cook Level I team members with cross-utilization and development opportunities. The position requires maintaining food quality, quantity, sanitation, safety, and service standards while communicating with the supervising Chef and keeping the kitchen and equipment in good working order.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Moderate food knowledge, including Cook Level 1 knowledge plus sauces, soups, stocks, seasonings, cooking styles and techniques, plating presentation and components, and grades of meat, produce, and dairy products based on USDA standards.
• Math skills and the ability to measure and estimate.
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate proper knife skills.
• Basic food knowledge, including specifications defined by hiring management.
• Scheduling flexibility; may be required to work weekends, holidays, overnight, or overtime based on scheduling and business needs.
• Ability to conduct daily work in accordance with HACCP, NSF, OSHA, and local department of health guidelines.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and promote cooperation between departments.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent brisk walking, stair climbing, bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, kneeling, squatting, and standing for long periods.
• Ability to work in small, confined areas and on floors that may become slippery.
• Ability to lift 75 to 100 pounds and push or pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 pounds.
• Ability to enter walk-ins at -10 degrees and work in conditions up to 110 degrees.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Associate’s or Technical Degree in Culinary.

Responsibilities

• Produce food safely and efficiently, maintaining quality and quantity controls, par levels, food storage, and product rotation.
• Prepare food using techniques such as cutting, slicing, sautéing, frying, mixing, and grilling.
• Assist with setting up and operating multiple stations within the assigned area.
• Coach Cook Level I employees on cross-utilization of labor and opportunities for advancement.
• Produce stocks, soups, and sauces for daily food service.
• Follow standard operating procedures and production lists to meet par levels and specifications for assigned stations or duties.
• Maintain sanitation, kitchen and personal hygiene, cleanliness, food-service techniques, and safe food handling practices.
• Know emergency procedures, including familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets for chemical use.
• Communicate regularly with the supervising Chef about department activities.
• Ensure the kitchen and equipment are in good working order and the work area is clean and free of hazards; promptly notify the supervising Chef of unsafe or malfunctioning equipment or conditions.
• Meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines while working under pressure.
• Follow corporate and local policies, procedures, operating guidelines, cleaning and sanitation requirements, and position-specific PPE guidelines.
• Demonstrate ethical and cooperative behavior with guests, coworkers, and leadership.
• Perform other duties assigned by department or company management.

Benefits

• Wellness programs designed to support team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being.
• Day-one medical coverage may be available depending on position.
• 401(k) matching may be available depending on position.
• Annual performance bonus may be available depending on 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed