Kitchen Supervisor

Catawba-Two-Kings-Casino; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Two Kings Casino is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to lead daily culinary operations across our casino outlets in Kings Mountain, NC. This hands-on role partners with the Kitchen Manager to ensure food quality, safety, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

You will supervise and mentor cooks, assist with scheduling and labor, monitor costs and yields, and help develop menus and seasonal features in collaboration with the executive team.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead teams in fast-paced, 24/7 operations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen best practices.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across one or multiple casino food outlets.
• Lead service during peak periods, special events, promotions, and high-volume casino traffic.
• Train, coach, and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen leads.
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and shift coverage to meet operational demands.
• Monitor food costs, yields, and portion control to meet budget targets.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Organization

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Catawba Two Kings CasinoFood and Beverage Kitchen SupervisorIf you are an Enrolled Catawba Citizen and need help with resume writing and interview prep this is available. Please contact: [e-mail] Summary - The Kitchen Supervisor plays a key leadership role in daily culinary operations, supporting the Kitchen Manager in managing high-volume, multi-outlet food service within a fast-paced casino environment. This position is hands-on, people-focused, and execution-driven, ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and guest satisfaction across restaurants, buffets, banquets, lounges, and special events.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAssist in overseeing daily kitchen operations across one or multiple casino food outletsExecute menus to established standards, ensuring consistency in flavor, presentation, and portion controlMonitor service flow and lead service during peak periods, special events, promotions, and high-volume casino trafficEnsure all recipes, prep standards, and plating guidelines are followed accuratelyCollaborating with the Kitchen Manager and executive team members on menu development, seasonal features, and casino promotionsSupervise, train, coach, and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen leadsAssist with scheduling, labor management, and shift coverage to meet operational demandsMaintain a positive, professional kitchen culture that emphasizes teamwork and accountabilityEnforce kitchen policies, performance standards, and disciplinary procedures when necessaryBuild stronger cross-functional relationships within the team to support overall performanceAssist with inventory management, product rotation, and waste reductionSupport ordering, receiving, and storage of food and suppliesMonitor food costs, yields, and portion control to meet budget targetsAssist with monthly inventories and cost of goods tracking and waste controlEnsure culinary execution aligns with the casino’s brand, service standards, and guest expectationsRespond professionally to guest feedback or special requestsSupport VIP events, banquets, and high-profile casino functions as neededQualificationsProven ability to lead teams in fast-paced, 24/7 operationsStrong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen best practicesExcellent organizational, communication, and leadership skillsAbility to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and special eventsExperienceMinimum 1-2 years of progressive food & beverage experience, preferably in a hotel, restaurant or casino environment. Previous F&B lead roles in culinary or operations experience requiredEducationCulinary degree or formal training preferred but not requiredLicenses and CertificationsMust be able to obtain a Catawba Gaming License.Physical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; bend to open/use lower drawers or cabinetry; to talk, hear, and see. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip etc. a variety of foods and liquids. Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 lbs. Pushing and pulling occasionally, to move equipment, mops, and brooms. Standing and walking for entire length of shift. Frequently required to reach up to 6-7 feet, twist at waist, bending and squatting. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Nothing in this job description restricts the management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities on this job at any time.Revised 10.05.22 Catawba Indian Nation exercises INDIAN PREFERENCE Native American Indian preference shall apply to this position pursuant to the Indian Self-determination and Education Assistance Act (24 U.S.C. 450, et seq.), 25 CFR 271.44 and other relevant laws (title 25, U.S. code, Section 472 & 473)