- Salary
- $21 – $23
- Location
- Black Hawk, CO, US
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Retail
- Seniority
- Entry
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Category
- Food Service
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Industrial
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Overview
This overnight cook position involves preparing food items according to standard recipes and menu specifications at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa. Responsibilities include reading food orders from computer printouts, preparing food items according to established menu plans, washing, slicing, peeling, and cutting various foods, testing foods for proper cooking, ensuring work procedures and quality standards are followed, coordinating with dining room staff, completing assigned prep items, maintaining equipment in a sanitary manner, observing Health Department regulations, attending training programs, and completing opening, closing, and side duties. The typical schedule is 10:00pm to 6:00am with possible adjustments based on business needs. Requirements include at least one year of directly related experience, basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements, and minimum age of 18. Benefits include day-one health benefits for full-time team members, $700 referral bonus program, discounted transportation, monthly leadership team meals, 20% discount for food outlets, 100% Colorado Gaming License reimbursement after 90 days, hotel discounts at all 43 PENN properties, education reimbursement program, and career development opportunities.
Description
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 coworkers 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.
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. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.
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WE LOVE OUR WORK.
Position is open until filled
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa offers Team Members:
Now hiring candidates 18 or older for all positions, including gaming licensed positions (Must be 21 or older for Beverage Server, Barback, Bartender)
- Health Benefits Insurance package effective Day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability for FT team members
- $700 Referral Bonus Program ($350 at 90 days $350 at 6 months) – for Team Members who refer new applicants
- Discounted Casino bus tickets
- Discounted RTD EcoPass
- Hot meal served by the Leadership Team once a month
- 20% discount for Starbucks, Ara Spa, and all food outlets
- 100% Colorado Gaming License reimbursement after 90 days of employment
- Hotel discounts available at all 43 PENN properties, plus discounts on goods and services
- Education reimbursement program and Annual Scholarship Program
- Career development opportunities
Responsibilities include:
This is an overnight position with a typical schedule of 10:00pm to 6:00am. Hours may be adjusted per business need.
- Responsible for learning and being familiar with all of Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa’s food outlets, and for being able to answer general questions regarding the property.
- Reads food orders from computer printouts, and prepares food items, according to established menu plans.
- Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of products to the guests.
- Washes, slices, peels, and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Observes and tests foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
- Ensures work procedures, quality standards, and menu specifications are executed according to established guidelines.
- Coordinates with and communicates orders to dining room staff.
- Prepares all food items accurately in a timely manner.
- Completes all assigned prep items as written on prep sheet.
- Uses and maintains all assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner.
- Observes and enforces Health Department regulations regarding food handling, storage, proper steam table temperature, and cleanliness of work environment.
- Attends company training programs as scheduled.
- Completes opening, closing, and other side duties as assigned by the supervisors.
- Communicates as needed with Lead Cook and Sous Chefs.
- Performs all job functions in conjunction with the guidelines described in the Standard Operating Procedures manual to ensure consistent execution of company and department standards.
BRING US YOUR BEST.
- At least one (1) year experience directly related to the accountabilities
- Must have basic reading and math skills for recipes and measurements.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items, to standard, in a high-volume, fast-paced operation.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the application of sanitation procedures.
- Must be able to work a grave shift (10:00pm to 6:00am)
STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US.
We’ve grown to become the leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences thanks to our 43 destinations across North America, online sports betting and iCasino via theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino®.
Being an industry leader means more than being a purveyor of fun. We are also committed to values like diversity and sustainability — for our community, our team members, our vendors, and our planet.
We're changing entertainment. Follow us.
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About Ameristar Casino Resort Spa
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa is part of PENN Entertainment, offering team members competitive benefits including day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, annual performance bonus, and career development opportunities in a fast-paced entertainment environment.