Lead Sous Chef — Casino Kitchen, Swing Shift

Rivers Casino; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivers Casino Portsmouth is seeking an experienced kitchen supervisor for Swing shift. The role oversees line cooks, coordinates training, and ensures guests are served promptly with high quality food.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of kitchen supervisory experience and hold Serv-Safe certification; gaming license may be required. This role requires flexible shifts, strong leadership, and adherence to cleanliness and safety in a busy casino kitchen.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising kitchen staff and operations.
• Must possess outstanding interpersonal communication and guest service skills.
• Must have completed and maintain Serv-Safe certification within 120 days of employment.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of line cooks.
• Coordinate training of all team members in performance of duties.
• Ensure guests are treated promptly, professionally, and courteously.
• Maintain highest standards of quality in food preparation.
• Oversee kitchen inventory, ordering, and rotation of items.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Work under pressure

Sound judgement

Guest service

Flexible shifts

Job description

Rivers Casino Portsmouth is seeking an experienced kitchen supervisor for Swing shift. The role oversees line cooks, coordinates training, and ensures guests are served promptly with high quality food.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of kitchen supervisory experience and hold Serv-Safe certification; gaming license may be required. This role requires flexible shifts, strong leadership, and adherence to cleanliness and safety in a busy casino kitchen.