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Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast

Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast

<h3>COME JOIN THE FUN AT</h3> <span style="font-size: 40px;">HOLLYWOOD CASINO GULF COAST</span> <h5>A PENN ENTERTAINMENT PROPERTY</h5>

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Regular Full-Time

Starting from $13.50 per hour, based on experience

Overview: <p>We&rsquo;re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you&rsquo;ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You&rsquo;ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You&rsquo;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.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being.&nbsp;Specific benefits&mdash;such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus&mdash;may&nbsp;vary&nbsp;by position.&nbsp;Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pennentertainment.com/corp/careers/life-at-penn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HERE</a>&nbsp;to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Responsible for learning and being familiar with the facility&rsquo;s room outlets, and for being able to answer general questions regarding the property.</li> <li>Reads food orders from computer printouts and prepares food items according to established menu plans.</li> <li>Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of products to the guests.</li> <li>Washes, slices, peels, and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.</li> <li>Observes and tests foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.</li> <li>Ensures work procedures, quality standards, and menu specifications are executed according to established guidelines.</li> <li>Coordinates with and communicates orders to dining room staff.</li> <li>Prepares all food items accurately in a timely manner.</li> <li>Completes all assigned prep items as written on prep sheet.</li> <li>Uses and maintains all assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner.</li> <li>Observes and enforces Health Department regulations regarding food handling, storage, proper steam table temperature, and cleanliness of work environment.</li> <li>Attends company training programs as scheduled.</li> <li>Assists in training new Cooks.</li> <li>Completes opening, closing, and other side duties as assigned by the supervisors.</li> <li>Communicates as needed with Lead Cook and Sous Chefs.</li> <li>Performs all job functions in conjunction with the guidelines described in the Standard Operating Procedures manual to ensure consistent execution of company and departmental standards.</li> <li>Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.</li> </ul>
Requirements: 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. Must be at least 18 years of age.<br /><br /> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in Culinary Arts or recognized apprenticeship preferred.</li> <li>Minimum two (2) years of experience in a full-service restaurant preferred.</li> <li>Knowledge and ability to use all kitchen tools and equipment. Ability to identify all products used in kitchen operation. Ability to recognize spoiled or questionable products.</li> <li>Must have strong written and verbal communication skills; must be fluent and literate in English.</li> <li>Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.</li> <li>Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items, to standard, in a high-volume, fast-paced operation.</li> <li>Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the application of sanitation procedures.</li> <li>Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.</li> </ul>