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PENN Entertainment

Operates casinos, racetracks, and online betting

Specialty Cook

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeEast Chicago, IN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Three years of culinary experience are required.
  • Basic reading and math skills are required for recipes and measurements.
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items to standard in a high-volume, fast-paced operation is required.
  • Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of sanitation procedures are required.
  • The candidate must pass culinary tests.
  • The candidate must be able to work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment such as knives, requiring fine finger dexterity.

Responsibilities

  • Read food orders from computer printouts and prepare food items according to established menu plans and standard recipes to ensure consistency.
  • Wash, slice, peel, and cut foods to prepare them for cooking or serving.
  • Observe and test foods to determine whether they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
  • Prepare a daily prep list and written daily orders.
  • Engage guests at the line by explaining products, asking questions, and building positive relationships.
  • Coordinate and communicate orders with dining room staff.
  • Receive and deliver food to the proper areas.
  • Work the line in locations including sauté, broiler, appetizer, pantry, pasta, and grill.
  • Expedite food orders promptly.
  • Use and maintain assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner.
  • Follow Health Department regulations for food handling, storage, steam table temperature, and cleanliness of the work environment.
  • Maintain full knowledge of the SDS program.
  • Attend scheduled company and restaurant training programs.
  • Complete opening, closing, and other assigned side duties.
  • Perform job functions according to the Standard Operating Procedures manual to ensure consistent execution of company and departmental standards.

About the Company

PENN Entertainment

Operates casinos, racetracks, and online betting

Penn Entertainment runs a nationwide network of casinos and racetracks and builds a strong online gaming and sports betting platform. It operates 42 casinos and racetracks across 19 states, alongside a digital sports betting and iGaming presence and sports media properties. Its products work by combining physical venues with online platforms so customers can bet, play casino games, or follow sports content across both in-person and digital channels, using a unified account and cross-channel experiences. Compared with competitors, the company differentiates itself with its large, diverse footprint and its omni‑channel approach that links land-based gaming, online wagering, and media partnerships into one ecosystem. The company’s goal is to lead the North American gaming industry by growing its community of players and expanding its integrated entertainment experiences across physical venues, online platforms, and media.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Wyomissing, PA
Founded
1972

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