Lead Cook: Drive Culinary Excellence in High-Volume Kitchen

Caesars Entertainment; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks and free meal during shifts

Health and Wellness benefits

Access to on-site gym

Robust educational benefits

Job summary

A leading casino entertainment company in South Lake Tahoe is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise kitchen staff and maintain high food quality standards. The ideal candidate has a culinary degree and significant cooking experience. Responsibilities include managing food preparation, resolving concerns, and training kitchen personnel. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join us to create extraordinary dining experiences in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years cooking experience in various specialties.
• Work requires a neat appearance with good personal hygiene.
• Ability to follow recipes precisely.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all line and kitchen employees.
• Resolve guest and team member concerns and conflicts.
• Prepare all menu items and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Competent cooking skills

Knife skills

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Time management

Education

2-year Culinary Degree

American Culinary Federation certification

3-year Culinary apprenticeship

4-5 years in a high-volume outlet

Job description

A leading casino entertainment company in South Lake Tahoe is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise kitchen staff and maintain high food quality standards. The ideal candidate has a culinary degree and significant cooking experience. Responsibilities include managing food preparation, resolving concerns, and training kitchen personnel. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join us to create extraordinary dining experiences in a dynamic setting.