LINE COOK

Margaritaville Resort Casino•Bossier City, LA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

PENN Entertainment is seeking a Line Cook to join their team. The company is in the entertainment industry, offering a fast-paced environment and a diverse set of co-workers. They are committed to career growth, offering support for advancement programs and scholarships. PENN Entertainment is a leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences with 43 destinations across North America, online sports betting and iCasino via ESPN BET™ and theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino®. The company also values diversity and sustainability for its community, team members, vendors, and the planet.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
2 years of previous high-volume line cooking experience and/or culinary degree
Ability to Multitask and problem Solve
Ability to stand, lift, bend, stoop, and throughout duration of shift
Excel both independently and as part of a team
Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
Ability to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment

Responsibilities

Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of products to the guests.
Execution of all food production as determined by the Sous Chef through production sheets.
Practices a “clean as you go” work ethic and utilizes proper food handling techniques (i.e., wearing plastic gloves and proper uniform, including hat and clean kitchen towels).
Creates a positive guest employee experience. Smiles and is helpful and friendly.
Knowledge of cooking techniques such as cutting, dicing, baking, roasting, braising, grilling, and a high level of skillet/sauté work.
Knowledge of all kitchen equipment, including but not limited to adjusting thermostat controls to regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles.
Ensuring the preparation station and the kitchen are set up and stocked.
Reads food orders from computer printouts, and prepares food items, according to established menu plans.
Communicates as needed with Lead Cook and Sous Chefs.