Chef de Cuisine

Belterra Park Gaming; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming in Cincinnati seeks a seasoned culinary supervisor to direct the kitchen team, ensure quality and timeliness of food, and uphold health and safety standards. This role oversees production, staff training, and cost controls while aligning with corporate policies.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership, deep culinary technique, and experience in menu development and budgeting, with a commitment to guest satisfaction and outstanding service.

Qualifications

• Degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations and quality control.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Experience with budgeting and cost controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to culinary team and oversee daily food production.
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards.
• Develop and implement menus, costing, and recipes with accuracy.
• Monitor food quality, portions, plating, and presentation to meet standards.
• Oversee scheduling, training, and performance of kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure smooth service and communication.

Skills

Food safety

Team leadership

Kitchen operations

P&L analysis

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide direct and general supervision to culinary team. Direct the daily execution of all assigned kitchen’s food production and service execution while establishing and maintaining standards of operation in the areas of food quality, timeliness of food, cleanliness and maintenance, profitability and supervision of staff; ensure compliance with health department regulations while supporting Boyd Gaming’s vision, mission and values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)

(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)

(The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all inclusive for specific positions.)

• Deliver internal and external guest service the Boyd Gaming Way. Always exhibit a friendly and approachable demeanor. Be polite and courteous when speaking with guests and team members. Look for and act upon opportunities to assist guests and team members. Be sincere and genuine during all interactions. Be prepared with the knowledge and skill required to be responsive to guests and team member’s needs and questions.


• Staff, schedule evaluate, train, develop and monitor culinary team. Recommend wage increases, promotions, demotions, discipline and other employment actions for team members.


• Understand department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget to achieve effective supervision of department; adjust daily schedule according to business levels.


• Oversee all cooking operations, including methods of preparation, portion control, monitoring timeliness of food delivery and garnishing, ensuring a high quality preparation and attractive presentation of all food to meet corporate standards and policies.


• Observe and monitor staff adherence to health department regulations regarding food handling, storage, temperature, and cleanliness of work environment.


• Assist Executive Chef in developing and implementing department management plans including budgets, labor schedules and systems of accountability.


• Assist Executive Chef in developing and implementing policies, procedures and rules including operations manuals, to promote compliance with company and regulatory guidelines.


• Ensure proper communication between front of house and back of house operations while taking ownership of all responsible areas.


• Meet daily deadlines of opening, creating, and posting table-talks for specials and produces sample dishes for pre-shifts in a timely manner and reviews nightly special postings, prep level reports, and critical inventory comparisons.


• Ensure periodic quality checks for all products, i.e., temperature checks are conducted.


• Oversee the monitoring of weekly sales and adjusts prep production levels as well as ensuring all food products are ordered to par levels and can make adjustments according to business volumes.


• Open and close work area at scheduled times, ensuring full preparation for operation/function; ensure cleanliness and security of company assets.


• Work with Outlet Manager and kitchen staff to ensure proper food preparation and timing.


• Ensure daily line checks are performed.


• Oversee and ensure all stations are properly stocked and set up.


• Initiate periodic kitchen walkthroughs to ensure quality of food meets corporate specifications and cleanliness standards.


• Oversee and ensure all kitchen equipment and working conditions are well maintained.


• Maintain food and labor costs at the budgetary guidelines while possessing an understanding of costing formulas and yield percentages.


• Ensure accurate inventories and menu item price verification is conducted.


• Participate in long range planning including new menus, equipment, budget planning and renovations.


• Research and explain back of the house line item variances for Report of Operations.


• Write and cost recipes while developing a collection of recipes in a recipe book.


• Perform all duties including purchasing and menu changes, in adherence to all corporate specifications and company standards and policy.


• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent food technique and cultural knowledge.


• Ability to adapt to market conditions and desires with a flexible and creative approach to menu design


• Advanced butchery knowledge


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and problem-solving ability


• Excellent organizational skills


• Computer literacy to include Excel Spreadsheet and Word experience


• Ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines


• Ability to calculate, analyze and troubleshoot P&L


• Ability to demonstrate expertise in performing all positions within the kitchen


• Demonstrated supervisory experience

Degree from certified food service program, apprenticeship, culinary school or equivalent; Minimum of five (5) years previous industry experience, with three(3 )years’ experience as a Sous Chef or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent food technique and cultural knowledge.


• Ability to adapt to market conditions and desires with a flexible and creative approach to menu design


• Advanced butchery knowledge


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and problem-solving ability


• Excellent organizational skills


• Computer literacy to include Excel Spreadsheet and Word experience


• Ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines


• Ability to calculate, analyze and troubleshoot P&L


• Ability to demonstrate expertise in performing all positions within the kitchen


• Demonstrated supervisory experience

Degree from certified food service program, apprenticeship, culinary school or equivalent; Minimum of five (5) years previous industry experience, with three(3 )years’ experience as a Sous Chef or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc.)

Possession of, and ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers and gaming license within assigned state of employment and other jurisdictions

Must successfully pass background check

Must successfully pass an alcohol and drug screening Must be 21 years of age

Additional Information

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.