Chef de Cuisine

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead food preparation and presentation. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of culinary experience, with three years in a supervisory role.

Applicants must demonstrate expertise in food safety and advanced culinary techniques, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. The role involves maintaining kitchen standards and managing staff effectively.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary industry experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent role.
• Expertise in butchery and meat fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation and presentation according to standards.
• Monitor quality and staffing levels in the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Culinary techniques

Leadership

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Communication skills

P&L analysis

Education

Degree or certification from an accredited culinary school

Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry. Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Job Description

• Coordinate and facilitate all food preparation, presentation, and service procedures as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Monitor quality and quantity of prepared food to ensure standards are consistently satisfied.
• Ensure proper rotation and utilization of stored food to prevent waste.
• Oversee food preparation to ensure proper consistency, flavor, presentation, and portion control.
• Monitor staffing levels, early out requests, and overtime.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and health‑code compliant kitchen and storage areas.
• Delegate work assignments to cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Monitor employee performance; instruct staff in proper job duties and administer disciplinary action when necessary.
• Requisition stock according to business needs and pars.
• Ensure kitchen, storage areas, and related areas are kept clean and free of safety hazards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive culinary industry experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent leadership role.
• Advanced proficiency in food preparation techniques and culinary methodology.
• Demonstrated expertise in butchery and meat fabrication.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet operational deadlines.
• Proficiency in P&L analysis, cost control, and financial troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated competency in all kitchen station operations.
• Degree or certification from an accredited culinary school or formal apprenticeship program.
• Expertise in contemporary menu design with adaptability to market trends and consumer preferences.
• Advanced organizational and staff management capabilities.

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, or basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.