Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Lead Baker
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk, Black Hawk, Colorado, United States, 80422
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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.
Click HERE to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.
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:
Demonstrates ability to produce all recipes on restaurant menus in a consistent manner in accordance with menu standards.
Report to work for scheduled shifts, on time and appropriately uniformed.
Demonstrates ability to perform advanced production and service skills to include opening/closing bakery duties, following daily baking schedule, assisting, and supporting other bakers to accomplish daily given assignment.
Accepts direction willingly and follows through with delegated tasks - learns and adapts to new tasks or situations quickly and cooperatively.
Demonstrates complete knowledge of control in kitchen operation including portions, wastage, production, plate presentation and possesses ability to create and execute recipe development and menu specials.
Possesses ability to take inventories, place orders, receive orders and will be required to carry out all.
Practice safe food handling and sanitation duties as given by management; ensure personal hygiene is compliant with health department standards and company policy.
Demonstrates willingness to assist other team members as needed without being asked.
Receive purchased ingredients, check, and sign all items then properly store as guided.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
Wash and clean bakery small equipment and tools, store them properly for next use, keep oven and proofer clean at the end of shift. Especially the schedule to clean, maintain dough mixer, proofer, oven, and working bread table.
Complies with departmental policies as well as with Company rules, regulations, and policies set forth in the employee Handbook.
Reports on any equipment malfunctions. Maintains station in a neat and orderly manner.
Reports with proper tools clean uniform and recommended footwear at the stated time.
BRING US YOUR BEST.
Excellent guest service skills
Working knowledge of food storage, knife handling and sharpening, weights & measures, stocks, soups and sauces, plate presentations, recipes and yields, Health department regulations, sanitation, and safety regulations
Organizes tasks efficiently, maintains focus and stays productive.
Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Understand technical requirements of the job, apply technical knowledge consistently.
Uses appropriate language when engaging guests and co-workers in conversation, communicating clearly and courteously, provides continued service to all guests.
Determines the nature of guest concerns and takes appropriate action to resolve general concerns, obtaining assistance from the proper personnel, as necessary.
Strong organization skills
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with Team Members at all levels of the organization.
Provides a positive model for co-workers.
A degree or certificate from a major culinary institute
2 years in experience as a baker in a major hotel or food chain
Working knowledge of American and European pastries and bread programs
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
STARTING SALARY
$23.00 to $25.00 per hour
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Gambling Facilities and Casinos
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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.
Click HERE to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.
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:
Demonstrates ability to produce all recipes on restaurant menus in a consistent manner in accordance with menu standards.
Report to work for scheduled shifts, on time and appropriately uniformed.
Demonstrates ability to perform advanced production and service skills to include opening/closing bakery duties, following daily baking schedule, assisting, and supporting other bakers to accomplish daily given assignment.
Accepts direction willingly and follows through with delegated tasks - learns and adapts to new tasks or situations quickly and cooperatively.
Demonstrates complete knowledge of control in kitchen operation including portions, wastage, production, plate presentation and possesses ability to create and execute recipe development and menu specials.
Possesses ability to take inventories, place orders, receive orders and will be required to carry out all.
Practice safe food handling and sanitation duties as given by management; ensure personal hygiene is compliant with health department standards and company policy.
Demonstrates willingness to assist other team members as needed without being asked.
Receive purchased ingredients, check, and sign all items then properly store as guided.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
Wash and clean bakery small equipment and tools, store them properly for next use, keep oven and proofer clean at the end of shift. Especially the schedule to clean, maintain dough mixer, proofer, oven, and working bread table.
Complies with departmental policies as well as with Company rules, regulations, and policies set forth in the employee Handbook.
Reports on any equipment malfunctions. Maintains station in a neat and orderly manner.
Reports with proper tools clean uniform and recommended footwear at the stated time.
BRING US YOUR BEST.
Excellent guest service skills
Working knowledge of food storage, knife handling and sharpening, weights & measures, stocks, soups and sauces, plate presentations, recipes and yields, Health department regulations, sanitation, and safety regulations
Organizes tasks efficiently, maintains focus and stays productive.
Attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Understand technical requirements of the job, apply technical knowledge consistently.
Uses appropriate language when engaging guests and co-workers in conversation, communicating clearly and courteously, provides continued service to all guests.
Determines the nature of guest concerns and takes appropriate action to resolve general concerns, obtaining assistance from the proper personnel, as necessary.
Strong organization skills
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with Team Members at all levels of the organization.
Provides a positive model for co-workers.
A degree or certificate from a major culinary institute
2 years in experience as a baker in a major hotel or food chain
Working knowledge of American and European pastries and bread programs
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
STARTING SALARY
$23.00 to $25.00 per hour
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Gambling Facilities and Casinos
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Baker” roles. Wheat Ridge, CO $14.57-$21.86 6 months ago
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