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Lead Cook

PENN Entertainment


Job Location:

Aurora, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 28 - 28
Posted: 20 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 18 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US.

Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment youll get to be a part of an exciting industry where the days and nights are fast paced. Youll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. Youll 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 individuals 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 benefitssuch as day-one medical coverage 401(k) matching and annual performance bonusmayvaryby time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Click HEREto discover how we empower team members to grow thrive and advance in their careers.

WE LOVE OUR WORK.

The Lead Cook assists the outlet chef in the day-to-day operations including running specials training inventory and reporting equipment issues.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide opening and closing guidance for cooks and ensure completion of work

- Understand all portions of the menu and what is offered within the venues

- Perform any reasonable temporarily assigned job duties outside the positions job description where in the Companys judgment those duties are necessary in the interest of efficiency productivity or guest service

- Provide A service to all guests holding appropriate standards of service to all guests

- Understand and inform guests of property promotions within the outlet

- Perform opening and closing procedures as assigned ensuring cleanliness and organization of venue

- Maintain company appearance and grooming standards

- Follow all safety and compliance procedures

- Maintain a clean kitchen and safe work environment

- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship both within departments and within other departments as well as with guests

- Ability to maintain rapport and communicate with cooks and work as a team

BRING US YOUR BEST.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

- Obtain and maintain Serve Safe Food Certification and BASSET certification

- Ability to lift 50 pounds

- Excellent communication skills both written and oral with internal and external guests

- Ability to acquire and maintain a gaming badge

- Ability to work on foot for 8 hours or more

- Must be 21 years or older to serve alcohol

- Must be 21 years or older to work on the casino floor

- Must have High School diploma or GED

STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US.

Weve 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.

Were changing entertainment.Follow us.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STARTING SALARY
$28 phr

Required Experience:

IC


About Company

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