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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The Culinary Apprentice will gain on-the-job training combined with culinary curriculum and skillset development. The Apprentice will be trained and rotated throughout property culinary operations and will have the opportunity to learn the job duties and functions of each position during their rotations. He/she will also gain knowledge of the responsibilities that go along with the hotel/hospitality business.
Throughout this PAID 12-16-week program, the Culinary Apprentice will gain the culinary techniques and skills needed in the culinary/hospitality profession. It is our intention to rotate an Apprentice through a variety of outlets, skillsets and assessments; this may be accelerated or slowed dictated by business demand and/or the Apprentice’s ability to satisfactorily meet each requirement, through flexible scheduling.
WE LOVE OUR WORK. Practice professionalism and quality in serviceUnderstand the requirements for proper sanitation, improve and maintain kitchen standardsGain an understanding in using and maintaining of food service equipment and toolsLearn specific culinary styles, techniques and cooking methodsBecome familiar with each kitchen and the job duties for each areaBecome knowledgeable with the assigned kitchens’ functions and the operations involved in hotel/hospitality culinary areaHelp prepare food items as instructedCook and prepare food products including cutting, trimming, chopping, slicing, carving, mixing, cooking, sautéing, grilling, frying, broiling, baking, and steaming and application of other preparation techniques as required for preparation of food for venues serviced directly from the kitchenMaintain freshness of food items by rotating items as needed and maintaining items at appropriate temperatures.Perform tasks to ensure an attractive and safe physical appearance of working areas including cleaning and sanitizing all areas.Follow company procedures for preparing recipes and products.Prepare, display or serve food products as necessary including retrieving, arranging, garnishing, setting up, displaying, carving and serving.Safe and efficient use of all kitchen equipment.Follow safety and sanitation protocols and procedures, as outlined by company and state requirements. BRING US YOUR BEST. A passion for the delivery of quality customer service.Must be at least 18 years of ageCandidate must be a team player, dedicated to succeed in the culinary profession.Strong oral communication skills and ability to understand and follow directionsCandidates should have strong organizational, time management and communication skillsThe ability to work a flexible schedule, including: days, evenings, weekends and holidays as business demandsAbility to accurately calculate figures, measurements and amounts applicable to business needs including but not limited to counting money, weights, measures, percentages, and convert metric to imperial after training.It is important for the Apprentice’s long-term success, that they are comfortable with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) as they are a part of our industry and as a training culinarian, you will be expected to organize spreadsheets (log book and recipes), write letters, layout buffet line diagrams, and communicate via email.Authorized to work in the United States. 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 ESPN BET™ and theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino®.
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