EXECUTIVE CHEF

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier entertainment venue in Gary, Indiana, is seeking a culinary leader to manage kitchen operations and food production. The candidate will oversee menu development, maintain food quality, and train staff to deliver exceptional service. A Culinary Arts degree and a minimum of five years' experience in the culinary field, preferably with supervisory roles, are essential. This dynamic position involves working in a fast-paced environment during holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of five years’ experience in the Culinary Arts.
• Previous supervisory background in hospitality industry is required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food production.
• Menu development and ensuring food quality.
• Train and supervise food and beverage staff.

Skills

Culinary Arts

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Tools

Food Handlers Card

Liquor License

IGC Badge

Job description

Position Summary

The incumbent is responsible for overseeing, directing and performing the daily execution of all assigned kitchen food production and service execution while establishing and maintaining standards of operation in the areas of food quality, timelines of food, cleanliness and maintenance, profitability and supervision of staff.

Responsibilities

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
• Oversees the daily Back of the House and land Food & Beverage operations.
• Responsible for menu development, food quality, preparation, and presentation.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining adequate par levels and inventory control procedures.
• Responsible for working with vendors and obtaining food quotes and food purchases.
• Oversees food transfers and requisitions for the land outlets.
• Control food and labor costs.
• Oversees employees’ training and development of food quality and safety.
• Maintains the Food Services Standards of Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana.
• Responsible for cleanliness of the supervised areas and sanitation standards as defined by the Health Department guidelines.
• Supervises Back of the House and land Food & Beverage staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations of direct reports and assists in analyzing development of staff.

Non-essential Functions

• Attend seminars when needed.

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts degree required.
• Must have a minimum of five years’ experience in the Culinary Arts.
• Previous supervisory background in hospitality industry.
• Banquet and beverage operations experience required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are a must.

Additional Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Indiana Gaming Commission.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must successfully pass drug screening.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.
• Prior experience in the Gaming industry strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in Tribal Gaming preferred.

Knowledge Of

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• Food, food product, food preparation, etc.
• How to prepare stocks, soups, mother sauces, all varieties of meat including veal, pork, beef, lamb, poultry, game and seafood.
• Complete understanding of kitchen operations.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, budgeting experience and full understanding of financials.

Ability To

• Must have the ability to withstand noisy and smoke-filled environments.
• Must be able to stand 50% of shift, walk 45% of shift, and sit 5% of shift.
• Must have valid Food Handlers Card, Liquor License, and IGC Badge when working.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. The Team Member understands that employment with the Company is at-will and that no express and/or implied contract of employment exists unless it is in writing and signed by the Department Head. The Team Member further understands that conditions may require the Company to modify this Job Description and that the Company reserves the right to exercise its discretion to make such changes.