Lead Sous Chef: Culinary Prep & Kitchen Leadership

Boyd Gaming; Florence (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming is seeking a Sous Chef to coordinate and manage all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service under the direction of the Executive Chef. The role requires leadership in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring quality, portion control, and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, monitoring inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring health and safety standards are met. Must be 21+, with strong communication and the ability to stand for long shifts.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Able to stand and walk for most of shift.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and administers all food preparation, presentation, and service procedures as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Monitors quantity of prepared food and ensures quality and quantity standards are met.
• Oversees food preparation to ensure proper flavor, presentation, and portion control.
• Monitors staffing levels, provide instruction as needed, and monitor staffing levels.
• Personally and alongside kitchen staff, facilitates all food preparation, presentation, and service procedures as directed by Executive Chef.
• Monitors and ensures kitchen and storage areas are clean, sanitary, and meet health and safety standards.
• Delegates work assignments to cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Monitors employee performance and instructs employees in the proper performance of job duties.

Skills

Food prep

Communication skills

Team leadership

Safety

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Boyd Gaming is seeking a Sous Chef to coordinate and manage all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service under the direction of the Executive Chef. The role requires leadership in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring quality, portion control, and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, monitoring inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring health and safety standards are met. Must be 21+, with strong communication and the ability to stand for long shifts.