Lead Cook – High-Volume Kitchen & Guest Focus

Boyd Gaming; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming is seeking a Lead/Kitchen Supervisor to provide leadership and direction in the food service department. You will organize work, prioritize tasks, and guide team members to ensure efficient completion of duties while maintaining high guest satisfaction.

You will support cooks and kitchen staff, coordinate with dining room teams, and uphold health, safety, and sanitation standards across the operation.

Qualifications

• Deliver internal and external guest service the Boyd Gaming Way. Be friendly and courteous when speaking with guests and team members.
• Familiarize with all Boyd Gaming room outlets and server functions and answer general questions about the property.
• Anticipate guests’ needs and respond with urgency.
• Read food orders and assist in food preparation and service.
• Maintain sanitary, safe and efficient work areas in line with SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and work direction to department team members, including organizing work and prioritizing tasks.
• Direct department employees to ensure timely completion of work and adherence to policies.
• Coach and direct cooks, prep cooks and kitchen runners to operate efficiently.
• Coordinate with dining room staff to ensure smooth communication of orders and service.
• Assist in shift coverage and uphold health and safety standards.

Skills

Guest service

Leadership

Food knowledge

Safety compliance

Job description

Boyd Gaming is seeking a Lead/Kitchen Supervisor to provide leadership and direction in the food service department. You will organize work, prioritize tasks, and guide team members to ensure efficient completion of duties while maintaining high guest satisfaction.

You will support cooks and kitchen staff, coordinate with dining room teams, and uphold health, safety, and sanitation standards across the operation.