Lead Sous Chef: Culinary Leadership & Guest Experience

L'Auberge Lake Charles; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

PENN Entertainment is seeking a Culinary Supervisor at L'Auberge Lake Charles to lead kitchen staff, ensure quality and cost controls, and drive guest satisfaction. You will supervise daily operations, coordinate with the manager, and uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires an AA in culinary, 2+ years culinary experience, and 1+ year supervisory experience, with excellent English communication and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary and at least 2 years of culinary experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; fluent in English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to present information clearly to groups.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members at all levels.
• Able to work all shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and daily supervision to staff in the department.
• Support and monitor performance against goals and budgets.
• Coordinate scheduling with manager and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Produce menu items as listed and ensure kitchen readiness.
• Assist with cost control and inventory procedures.
• Promote superior customer service and comply with standards.
• Assist with administrative duties and attendance tracking.
• Maintain quality assurance and health department standards.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report issues to management.
• Maintain confidentiality in all departmental matters.

Skills

Excellent communication

MS Office

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Problem solving

Customer service

Confidentiality

Report writing

Presentation skills

Numerical skills

Education

Associate degree in culinary

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PENN Entertainment is seeking a Culinary Supervisor at L'Auberge Lake Charles to lead kitchen staff, ensure quality and cost controls, and drive guest satisfaction. You will supervise daily operations, coordinate with the manager, and uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires an AA in culinary, 2+ years culinary experience, and 1+ year supervisory experience, with excellent English communication and MS Office proficiency.