Culinary Apprentice Program Event - 11/4/2026 @ 10 a.m.
for section headings (About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)
- Use - for lists
- Use
for prose
- Don't repeat job title as heading (the page already shows it)
- Don't put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings
- Preserve ALL substantive information
- Remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions)
- Include section ONLY when real specific content exists
- Never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text
- Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them
- Output ONLY HTML fragment, no html/body, no markdown code fences
Let me structure this:
1. About the role / Program overview - from "WE'RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT..." and "Culinary Apprentice Program" description
2. Event details - "Meet the Chef Event" - this is specific info, maybe include as a section
3. Pay - starting pay and after completion pay are specified
4. Benefits - listed specifically
5. Responsibilities - the long list of duties
6. Requirements/Qualifications - from "Qualifications And Benefits" first paragraph and "BRING US YOUR BEST" section
The "Qualifications And Benefits" heading in the source mixes qualifications and benefits. I'll separate them.
Also note: "Employment: Full-time opportunities" - this could be Schedule or Employment Type.
Let me draft the HTML:
About the program
Our 16-week Culinary Apprentice Program combines hands-on training with culinary education and skill development. Apprentices will rotate through various culinary outlets and positions, learning essential cooking techniques, daily operations, and the fundamentals of the hotel and hospitality industry. Training pace may vary based on business needs and each apprentice's progress.
Meet the Chef Event
Join us on Wednesday, November 4, at 10:00 AM to meet our chefs, learn more about the program, and explore potential career paths. The event will last approximately 90 minutes. Please arrive on time! Seating is limited, and doors will close five minutes after the event begins.
Pay
- Starting pay: $15.32 per hour
- After successful program completion: Graduates may be offered positions starting at $16.26 per hour
Benefits
- Day 1 eligibility for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
- Wellness programs designed to support team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being
- Annual performance bonus (may vary by position)
- Paid time off earned according to local policy and increases with length of employment
Responsibilities
- Practice professionalism and quality in service
- Understand the requirements for proper sanitation, improve and maintain kitchen standards
- Gain an understanding in using and maintaining food service equipment and tools
- Learn specific culinary styles, techniques and cooking methods
- Become familiar with each kitchen and the job duties for each area
- Become knowledgeable with the assigned kitchens' functions and the operations involved in hotel/hospitality culinary area
- Help prepare food items as instructed
- Cook 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 kitchen
- Maintain 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
Requirements
- A passion for cooking, creativity, and a desire to learn
- Previous culinary experience is not required; candidates with little to no experience may qualify
- A passion for the delivery of quality customer service
- Must be a team player, dedicated to succeed in the culinary profession
- Strong oral communication skills and ability to understand and follow directions
- Strong organizational, time management and communication skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays as business demands
- Ability 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
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) for organizing spreadsheets (log book and recipes), writing letters, laying out buffet line diagrams, and communicating via email
- Authorized to work in the United States
Employment type
Full-time opportunities
I should also include the company intro as "About the company" or similar? The rules say "About the role" for section headings. The first paragraph is about the company culture. Could be "About the company" but the allowed headings list includes "About the role". Maybe just include it as a prologue paragraph before sections? But the rules say use for section headings. The first content is company description. I'll make it "About the company" but the allowed list doesn't have that. The allowed: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. "About the role" is closest. But this is about the company. However, the posting starts with company pitch. I think I should include it as a section "About the role" or maybe just a
before sections? The rules: "use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It says e.g., so not exhaustive. But they prefer those. I'll use "About the role" for the program description, and maybe include the company intro as part of that or separate. The company intro is generic boilerplate but it's specific to PENN Entertainment. I'll include it as a brief intro paragraph before the first heading? But the output should be HTML fragment with sections. The rules: "Output ONLY the HTML fragment". I think I can start with a
for the company intro, then sections. But they said use
for section headings. Not that everything must be under h3. I'll include a brief
for the company overview, then sections.
But the company intro includes "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..." This is somewhat generic but includes specifics about salary placement and total rewards. However, the specific pay and benefits are later. I'll keep the company intro as a paragraph.
Let me structure:
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.
Then the sections.
But note: the benefits listed in the intro overlap with the specific benefits later. I'll keep the specific benefits in Benefits section, and the intro paragraph can stay as company overview.
Also, the "Click HERE to discover..." is a link/instruction - remove.
"WE LOVE OUR WORK." - maybe a heading? But it's just a slogan. I'll ignore.
"STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US." and the rest is boilerplate - remove.
Equal Opportunity Employer - remove.
Now, ensure no duplicate info. The benefits in intro: day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, annual performance bonus, PTO. The specific benefits section says "Day 1 eligibility for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more". I'll combine in Benefits section.
Also, "Employment: Full-time opportunities" - I'll put in Employment type or Schedule. Since Schedule heading is allowed, but it's about schedule flexibility. The requirements mention flexible schedule. I'll put "Full-time" under Employment type or Schedule. I'll use "Schedule" for the flexible schedule requirement, and "Employment type" for full-time. But "Employment type" not in allowed list. Allowed: Schedule. I'll put full-time under Schedule? Or maybe a separate . I'll include a section "Schedule" with both: full-time and flexible schedule details. But the flexible schedule is a requirement. The requirement list already includes "Ability to work a flexible schedule...". So maybe just note full-time in a small section. The rules: never create Schedule section unless posting actually states them. It states "Employment: Full-time opportunities" and "Ability to work a flexible schedule". So I can create a Schedule section.
Let me adjust: In Requirements, I have the flexible schedule bullet. I'll keep it there. For Schedule section, I can state "Full-time position with flexible scheduling including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands." But that duplicates. Better to not duplicate. I'll omit Schedule section and just keep the requirement bullet. The "Employment: Full-time opportunities" is a fact about the job. I'll include it in a brief "Employment type" paragraph or under Pay? Not ideal. I'll add a small section "Employment type" with
Full-time opportunities
. But the allowed headings don't include Employment type. The rules say
for prose - Don't repeat job title as heading (the page already shows it) - Don't put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings - Preserve ALL substantive information - Remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions) - Include section ONLY when real specific content exists - Never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text - Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them - Output ONLY HTML fragment, no html/body, no markdown code fences Let me structure this: 1. About the role / Program overview - from "WE'RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT..." and "Culinary Apprentice Program" description 2. Event details - "Meet the Chef Event" - this is specific info, maybe include as a section 3. Pay - starting pay and after completion pay are specified 4. Benefits - listed specifically 5. Responsibilities - the long list of duties 6. Requirements/Qualifications - from "Qualifications And Benefits" first paragraph and "BRING US YOUR BEST" section The "Qualifications And Benefits" heading in the source mixes qualifications and benefits. I'll separate them. Also note: "Employment: Full-time opportunities" - this could be Schedule or Employment Type. Let me draft the HTML:
About the program
Our 16-week Culinary Apprentice Program combines hands-on training with culinary education and skill development. Apprentices will rotate through various culinary outlets and positions, learning essential cooking techniques, daily operations, and the fundamentals of the hotel and hospitality industry. Training pace may vary based on business needs and each apprentice's progress.
Meet the Chef Event
Join us on Wednesday, November 4, at 10:00 AM to meet our chefs, learn more about the program, and explore potential career paths. The event will last approximately 90 minutes. Please arrive on time! Seating is limited, and doors will close five minutes after the event begins.
Pay
- Starting pay: $15.32 per hour
- After successful program completion: Graduates may be offered positions starting at $16.26 per hour
Benefits
- Day 1 eligibility for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
- Wellness programs designed to support team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being
- Annual performance bonus (may vary by position)
- Paid time off earned according to local policy and increases with length of employment
Responsibilities
- Practice professionalism and quality in service
- Understand the requirements for proper sanitation, improve and maintain kitchen standards
- Gain an understanding in using and maintaining food service equipment and tools
- Learn specific culinary styles, techniques and cooking methods
- Become familiar with each kitchen and the job duties for each area
- Become knowledgeable with the assigned kitchens' functions and the operations involved in hotel/hospitality culinary area
- Help prepare food items as instructed
- Cook 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 kitchen
- Maintain 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
Requirements
- A passion for cooking, creativity, and a desire to learn
- Previous culinary experience is not required; candidates with little to no experience may qualify
- A passion for the delivery of quality customer service
- Must be a team player, dedicated to succeed in the culinary profession
- Strong oral communication skills and ability to understand and follow directions
- Strong organizational, time management and communication skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays as business demands
- Ability 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
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) for organizing spreadsheets (log book and recipes), writing letters, laying out buffet line diagrams, and communicating via email
- Authorized to work in the United States
Employment type
Full-time opportunities
I should also include the company intro as "About the company" or similar? The rules say "About the role" for section headings. The first paragraph is about the company culture. Could be "About the company" but the allowed headings list includes "About the role". Maybe just include it as a prologue paragraph before sections? But the rules say usefor section headings. The first content is company description. I'll make it "About the company" but the allowed list doesn't have that. The allowed: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. "About the role" is closest. But this is about the company. However, the posting starts with company pitch. I think I should include it as a section "About the role" or maybe just a
before sections? The rules: "use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It says e.g., so not exhaustive. But they prefer those. I'll use "About the role" for the program description, and maybe include the company intro as part of that or separate. The company intro is generic boilerplate but it's specific to PENN Entertainment. I'll include it as a brief intro paragraph before the first heading? But the output should be HTML fragment with sections. The rules: "Output ONLY the HTML fragment". I think I can start with a
for the company intro, then sections. But they said use
for section headings. Not that everything must be under h3. I'll include a brief
for the company overview, then sections. But the company intro includes "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..." This is somewhat generic but includes specifics about salary placement and total rewards. However, the specific pay and benefits are later. I'll keep the company intro as a paragraph. Let me structure:
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.
Then the sections. But note: the benefits listed in the intro overlap with the specific benefits later. I'll keep the specific benefits in Benefits section, and the intro paragraph can stay as company overview. Also, the "Click HERE to discover..." is a link/instruction - remove. "WE LOVE OUR WORK." - maybe a heading? But it's just a slogan. I'll ignore. "STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US." and the rest is boilerplate - remove. Equal Opportunity Employer - remove. Now, ensure no duplicate info. The benefits in intro: day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, annual performance bonus, PTO. The specific benefits section says "Day 1 eligibility for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more". I'll combine in Benefits section. Also, "Employment: Full-time opportunities" - I'll put in Employment type or Schedule. Since Schedule heading is allowed, but it's about schedule flexibility. The requirements mention flexible schedule. I'll put "Full-time" under Employment type or Schedule. I'll use "Schedule" for the flexible schedule requirement, and "Employment type" for full-time. But "Employment type" not in allowed list. Allowed: Schedule. I'll put full-time under Schedule? Or maybe a separate. I'll include a section "Schedule" with both: full-time and flexible schedule details. But the flexible schedule is a requirement. The requirement list already includes "Ability to work a flexible schedule...". So maybe just note full-time in a small section. The rules: never create Schedule section unless posting actually states them. It states "Employment: Full-time opportunities" and "Ability to work a flexible schedule". So I can create a Schedule section. Let me adjust: In Requirements, I have the flexible schedule bullet. I'll keep it there. For Schedule section, I can state "Full-time position with flexible scheduling including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands." But that duplicates. Better to not duplicate. I'll omit Schedule section and just keep the requirement bullet. The "Employment: Full-time opportunities" is a fact about the job. I'll include it in a brief "Employment type" paragraph or under Pay? Not ideal. I'll add a small section "Employment type" with
Full-time opportunities
. But the allowed headings don't include Employment type. The rules say