Prep Cook - Banquets- Philadelphia - Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia

Why We Need Your Talents:

A Prep Cook is responsible for providing a supportive role to kitchen staff in the preparation of meals and ingredients. Food preparation, cooking and cleaning tasks ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering a favorable dining experience for guests.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Washing, chopping and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables and meats.
• Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients.
• Preparation of all raw and cooked foods.
• Adhering to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards to ensure guest safety.
• Cleaning dishes, washing cooking utensils and cookware, taking out the trash and sanitizing kitchen.
• Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with staff to order resupply.
• Completing all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef or other kitchen manager.

Skills to Help You Succeed:

• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Organizational skills.
• Patience. 
• Manual dexterity.
• Communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to communicate in English and fluently in either Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese & another Asian language.

A Few Must-Haves:

• A high school diploma or equivalent GED is preferred.
• One (1) year kitchen experience needed. Preferably in an Asian Restaurant. On the job training may be available.
• Must be able to comply with all state gaming regulations, which may include obtaining a license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time without sitting or leaning.
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach while carrying food product, equipment, trash/waste weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift, carry, deliver food items weighing up to 50 pounds throughout a scheduled shift.
• Ability to work around 500 degree ovens and work within 40 degree walk-in refrigerators.
• Ability to stand and walk continually throughout a 10 hr. shift.

Perks We Offer You

• Comprehensive health coverage for full-time and part-time Team Members and their eligible dependents
• Generous retirement savings options are available. 
• Free uniforms.
• Free parking.
• Discounted meals.
• Service and Attendance bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on hotels, theme parks, travel, and more!

Life at Live!

• 24/7 high energy casino with a culture committed to fairness, teamwork, and most importantly FUN.
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.