Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Steak & Seafood

Our Benefits Center; Crystal Bay (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Crystal Bay Club Casino’s Steak & Lobster House is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations and ensuring high-quality food, presentation, and guest service in a fast-paced casino dining environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary professional who leads by example, takes pride in quality and consistency, and thrives in a team-oriented kitchen with flexible scheduling for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or leadership role in a kitchen.
• Knowledge of professional cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Experience with steak, seafood, and fine-dining or upscale casual cuisine preferred.
• Ability to lead a team in a high-volume environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper handling procedures.
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary degree or formal culinary training is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily operation and supervision of the kitchen.
• Lead and motivate culinary staff while maintaining a positive, professional work environment.
• Prepare and execute menu items to established recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Ensure proper food quality, freshness, portion control, and consistency.
• Supervise kitchen operations during assigned shifts and manage service.
• Maintain standards of sanitation, food safety, cleanliness, and organization.
• Monitor food inventory, product rotation, waste, and proper storage.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and controlling food costs.
• Train and mentor cooks and kitchen team members.
• Ensure proper kitchen readiness before service and work with FOH management.
• Assist with menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Follow company policies and casino food-service standards.
• Step in and perform all kitchen positions as needed.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and team-focused kitchen culture.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Cooking techniques

High-volume leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Food safety

Pressure management

Flexible scheduling

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

Job description

The Crystal Bay Club Casino’s Steak & Lobster House is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations and ensuring high-quality food, presentation, and guest service in a fast-paced casino dining environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary professional who leads by example, takes pride in quality and consistency, and thrives in a team-oriented kitchen with flexible scheduling for evenings, weekends, and holidays.