Zen Specialty Prep Cook - FT

WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US.

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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WE LOVE OUR WORK.

• Ability to perform assigned function within the kitchen such as broiler, sauté, Asian, prep and production when needed.
• Accepts direction during day to day operations to ensure culinary standards and operational guidelines within a specific outlet for a specific shift including kitchen areas, food preparation activities and facilities are met.
• Efficient preparation of all food related items based on established recipes and plating procedures for both batch and individual plated with attention to maintaining appropriate volume, quality, cleanliness and attractiveness.
• Adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and stem kettles.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, and stems meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Adds seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking.
• Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork to determine that food is cooked.
• Carves meats, portions food and serving plates, adds gravies and sauces, and garnishes serving to fill orders.
• Washes, peels, cuts and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare them for use.
• Supports safety and accident prevention programs (non slip footwear, knife handling, and proper lifting).
• Partners with culinary leadership to work as a team to ensure coordinated work flow during shift to meet business demands and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to the Company and encourages others to do the same.
• Performs all other related and compatible duties as assigned.
• Must be familiar with and have exposure to prep list.
• Must complete county health department class and attain certification.
• Assist in operation of other food and beverage venues as needed.
• Attend all departmental and company training programs or meetings as directed.
• Compile information, complete and submit reports as needed.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all gaming laws and regulations.
• Perform all job duties in a safe and responsible manner including keeping areas clean and free of safety hazards, debris, and litter.
• Meet department uniform, appearance, and grooming requirements.
• Any job duty needed to promote productivity in the efficient administration of business or any reasonable request made by your supervisor or management personnel.

BRING US YOUR BEST.

• Knowledge of applicable food preparation methods and measures for assigned function.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good oral communication skills and ability to understand and follow direction
• Must be able to read, write legibly, understand and speak English
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• College degree or Culinary Arts degree preferred or a minimum of 6 months of related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Physically mobile with reasonable accommodations including ability to push, pull, carry and lift up to 25 lbs., and the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces

STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US.