Executive Chef

  • PENN Entertainment
  • Joliet, Illinois
  • Full Time
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 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 benefitssuch as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonusmay vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

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

WE LOVE OUR WORK.
  • Manages and oversees food storage, preparation and production, and menu creation; determines efficient use of food items.
  • Responsible for designing and coordinating menus for all restaurant facilities and banquet facilities.
  • Responsible for all food related costs and other cost associated with the food service operations on property.
  • Responsible for facility maintenance with the Food and Beverage areas.
  • Effectively manages the food service staff and ensures Red Carpet Readiness.
  • This position is responsible for providing a high level of guest service and promoting a positive attitude to create a fun and entertaining experience for our guests and team members.
  • Manages employees engaged in food preparation and production.
  • Reviews preparation and production procedures to ensure proper holding/heating temperatures, rotation, flavor, texture, and presentation of food for all outlets.
  • Reviews and updates usage, guest count, and revenue reports to recommend changes in the menu, staffing, production, or methods.
  • Ensures proper education and training of staff on safe handling, preparation, production, and presentation methods.
  • Reviews beginning and ending inventories to determine best usage of food item to minimize spoilage.
  • Investigates, researches, and recommends menu changes.
  • Works with the Purchasing Manager to research availability of new food items.
  • Monitors all departmental expenses (food cost, labor, and other expenses) to ensure compliance with budget.
  • Participates in planning and formulating the departmental budget.
  • Reviews staffing and departmental scheduling to ensure proper customer service and that production levels are maintained.
  • Controls food production to maintain budgeted food cost.
  • Manages all aspects of Utility/Cleaners employees to maintain a clean, sanitary work environment.
  • This includes scheduling, product use, and staffing.
  • Maintains a well-informed staff by conducting quarterly department meetings, daily staff meeting, and newsletters or posting in the department.
  • Monitors all coaching and counseling to assure consistency and timely completion.
  • Monitors and review all performance reviews for all employees to assure accuracy and timely distribution.
  • Other duties as assigned.
BRING US YOUR BEST.
  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • Equivalent to a college education with a thorough knowledge of Culinary Arts.
  • 9 10 years of food preparation experience is preferred.
  • Must understand and speak the English language.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee requires manual dexterity to operate all necessary equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance. Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs. occasionally. Some work involves contact with cleaning products and chemicals.

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 ESPN BET and 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job ID: 490453674
Originally Posted on: 8/23/2025

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