Head Chef & Culinary Operations Leader

Boyd Gaming; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to supervise the culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations. You will ensure quality food production, maintain standards, and lead staff scheduling and training to meet business needs and guest expectations.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced cooking skills, and the ability to manage budgets and inventory while complying with health regulations.

Qualifications

• Excellent food technique and cultural knowledge.
• Advanced butchery knowledge.
• Strong Excel/Word skills.
• 5+ years in kitchen, 3+ as Sous Chef.

Responsibilities

• Supervise culinary team and staff scheduling.
• Oversee cooking operations and portion control.
• Ensure health regulation compliance and cleanliness.
• Manage budgets, labor schedules and inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Multitask

P&L analysis

Education

Degree in food service / culinary program

Tools

Excel

Job description

Boyd Gaming is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to supervise the culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations. You will ensure quality food production, maintain standards, and lead staff scheduling and training to meet business needs and guest expectations.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced cooking skills, and the ability to manage budgets and inventory while complying with health regulations.