Lead Sous Chef — Fast-Paced Casino Kitchen

Wind River Hotel and Casino; Ethete (WY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement plan with 4% match

Life Insurance (Employer Paid)

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Wind River Hotel and Casino is seeking a skilled cook to join the Little Wind Casino kitchen in Ethete, WY. The role involves preparing meals to guest specifications, managing kitchen inventories, and maintaining high sanitation standards in a fast-paced hotel/restaurant environment.

The ideal candidate has exceptional cooking skills, 3+ years of culinary experience, and the ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff while ensuring quality and efficiency in daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; formal culinary training is a plus.
• 3+ years of culinary experience or food service management in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to demonstrate experience using kitchen equipment and sanitation methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals to guest specifications in a timely manner.
• Measure ingredients and portion sizes accurately.
• Ensure staff adhere to standards and sanitation rules.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely (knives, grills, ovens, steamers).
• Manage inventory and ensure freshness and quality of supplies.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and storage practices.
• Keep workstation clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Assist in opening/closing duties as directed by Executive Chef.

Skills

Exceptional cooking skills

Staff motivation

Multitasking under pressure

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma (plus culinary training preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS systems

Restaurant management software

Job description

Wind River Hotel and Casino is seeking a skilled cook to join the Little Wind Casino kitchen in Ethete, WY. The role involves preparing meals to guest specifications, managing kitchen inventories, and maintaining high sanitation standards in a fast-paced hotel/restaurant environment.

The ideal candidate has exceptional cooking skills, 3+ years of culinary experience, and the ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff while ensuring quality and efficiency in daily operations.