Chef Executive- Full Time, Food Managers (Harrah's SoCal)

Caesars Entertainment; Valley Center (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrah's Resort Southern California is seeking a Chef Executive for full-time food management at Harrah's SoCal. You will develop, standardize recipes, and supervise kitchen operations across multiple outlets to drive quality and guest satisfaction.

The role requires a college degree in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, 5+ years in culinary management, and casino/hotel experience. On-site position with a focus on safety, training, and performance reviews.

Qualifications

• College degree in Hotel, Restaurant Management and/or Culinary Arts required.
• San Diego Food Handler's Card
• Minimum 5 years culinary management (Sous Chef and above).
• Previous casino/hotel related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food and beverage management experience in foodservice operations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and assures compliance with standard recipes and production methods.
• Generates maximum financial performance for all outlets including cost control.
• Improves guest service to meet or exceed company standards.
• Insures production of consistently high quality food for all outlets.
• Maintains cleanliness, kitchen safety and food quality levels across outlets.
• Oversee multiple outlets simultaneously and delegate as needed.

Skills

Culinary management

Casino/hotel experience

Food & beverage management

English fluency

Education

College degree in Hotel, Restaurant Management and/or Culinary Arts

Tools

San Diego Food Handler's Card

Job description

Chef Executive- Full Time, Food Managers (Harrah's SoCal)

Valley Center, CA, United States (On-site)

WE ARE HARRAH'S RESORT SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

At Harrah's Resort Southern California, our Mission, Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose, providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission, Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward, and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.

Our Mission: “Create the Extraordinary"

Our Vision: “We create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence.”

Our Values: “Blaze the Trail, Together We Win, All-In on Service”

Our corporate social responsibility framework, People Planet Play, represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development, uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families, and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

Develops and assures compliance with standard recipes and production methods.

Generates maximum financial performance for all outlets including responsibility for effect cost control management.

Improves and maintains guest service that meets or exceeds company standards.

Insures that production of consistently high quality food for all outlets.

Maintains and improves the cleanliness, kitchen safety and food quality levels in all outlets of the operation.

Plans and coordinates all hot and cold food production.

Inspects all food and beverage products for quality, proper specs, and proper amounts.

Trains, develops, and directs kitchen staff using approved management practices.

Oversee multiple outlets simultaneously, while prioritizing and delegating according to business demands.

Acts as a role model and presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to do the same.

Adheres to all department/company policies and procedures.

• Spends the majority of time interviewing, training, and selecting employees

Conducts Performance Reviews

Makes or recommends wage increases

Makes or recommends promotions

Provides for safety and security

Handles employees' complaints or grievances

Recommends disciplinary action or disciplines employees

Plans work

Supervises and monitors work

Monitors legal compliance with federal, state, and gaming laws

What You Will Need

• College degree in Hotel, Restaurant Management and/or Culinary Arts required.
• San Diego Food Handler's Card
• Minimum 5 years culinary management (Sous Chef and above).
• Previous casino/hotel related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food and beverage management experience in foodservice operations.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the work place.
• Requires bending, reaching, grasping, lifting, carrying, repetitive motions, visual acuity, hearing, and good verbal skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English fluently.
• Visual range must include near and far distances.
• Auditory range must include immediate environment.
• Must be able to move about property and kitchen areas easily.
• Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments as well as food preparation equipment required.
• Must be able to coordinate multiple tasks at once.
• Must be able to implement strategic vision and plan day to day operation.
• Ability to lead.
• Must be able to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy.

Salary: Starting at $145k per year, depending on experience

Preference is given to qualified Rincon tribal members and members of other federally recognized tribes.

About Us

Are you ready to join a team that embraces a Funner culture, blazes the trail, and commits to delivering Family-Style Service at every turn? Do you want to embark on an extraordinary adventure that combines learning with fun? AtHarrah’s Resort Southern California, we want you to become an integral part of our vision to create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. Become a part of our team and bring your Funner spirit along with you!

TOGETHER WE WIN

We believe in delivering family-style service—an approach that fosters warmth, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family, creating a welcoming environment built on respect, teamwork, and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers, we prioritize service that is thoughtful, supportive, and rooted in genuine relationships.

DISCLAIMER

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA

Harrah's Resort Southern California will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals’ religious beliefs or practices.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Harrah's Resort Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harrah's Resort Southern California will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.

Job Info

• Job Identification 88045
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Harrah's Resort Southern California (On-site)