Lead Line Cook - Kitchen Leadership & Training

Belterra Casino Resort; Florence (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Belterra Casino Resort seeks a Lead Cook to deliver superior kitchen operations and guest service. You will assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, supervise line cooks, and ensure quality standards across stations.

The role requires five years of cooking experience, a culinary degree or apprenticeship, and the ability to manage inventory and maintain licenses as required by regulations.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive cooking experience, including three years in a dinner house.
• Completion of a Culinary Arts Degree or recognized apprenticeship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required licenses/certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine and support kitchen operations.
• Provide superior service to internal and external customers.
• Train personnel to prepare foods per Belterra Casino Resort standards.
• Ensure items are stocked and equipment works properly.
• Properly store foods and close down workstations.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff.
• Attend BEO meetings and assist with inventory and ordering.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Food safety

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Apprenticeship

Tools

Choppers

Slicers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

Belterra Casino Resort seeks a Lead Cook to deliver superior kitchen operations and guest service. You will assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef, supervise line cooks, and ensure quality standards across stations.

The role requires five years of cooking experience, a culinary degree or apprenticeship, and the ability to manage inventory and maintain licenses as required by regulations.