Lead Dandan Noodle Sous Chef – Resort Kitchen

Caesars Entertainment; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment in the United States seeks an experienced Lead/Sous Chef to direct culinary teams across lead and line level roles. Under the Executive Chef, you will maintain quality, manage staff selection, and ensure timely menu development.

The role emphasizes coaching, performance reviews, and on-floor leadership while balancing administrative duties. A strong background in high-volume hospitality and diverse cuisines is essential.

Qualifications

• A degree or certification from an accredited culinary arts institute, or apprenticeship certification from the American Culinary Federation or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Establishes leadership, direction and accountability for all lead and line level employees in respective culinary areas.
• Interviewing, training, and selecting employees for the department.
• Under the Executive Chef, ensure consistency and quality for all food items.
• Direct and manage staff to meet budget, food quality and customer service expectations.
• Provide feedback, coaching and development, conduct performance reviews.
• Mentor and coach staff and handle disciplinary actions as needed.
• Plan, supervise and monitor team work, schedules, and productivity standards.

Skills

Leadership

Interviewing

Training

Coaching

Budget management

Food quality

Customer service

Performance reviews

Education

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

Caesars Entertainment in the United States seeks an experienced Lead/Sous Chef to direct culinary teams across lead and line level roles. Under the Executive Chef, you will maintain quality, manage staff selection, and ensure timely menu development.

The role emphasizes coaching, performance reviews, and on-floor leadership while balancing administrative duties. A strong background in high-volume hospitality and diverse cuisines is essential.