Outlet Chef: High-Volume Kitchen Leadership

Wildhorse-Resort-and-Casino; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildhorse Resort Casino in Pendleton, OR is seeking an Outlet Chef to lead the main kitchen operations, mentor staff, and develop menus with a strong emphasis on quality and consistency. This working chef role requires high-volume kitchen experience, supervision skills, and a hands-on approach to training, inventory, safety, and collaboration with F&B teams to maximize guest satisfaction.

The position offers competitive wages and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic tribal

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or 3+ years cooking experience.
• 2 years F&B supervisory experience with high-volume ops.
• Flexible schedule: weekends/holidays.
• Strong communication and spreadsheet skills.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand long periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and lead staff with Executive Chef guidance.
• Oversee staff hiring, training, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and inventory controls.
• Develop menus, features, and costing in coordination with F&B.
• Collaborate with catering and events for quality guest experiences.

Skills

Staff management

Communication

Training/coaching

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Serv-Safe/food safety certification

Tools

Eatec Inventory System

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Wildhorse Resort Casino in Pendleton, OR is seeking an Outlet Chef to lead the main kitchen operations, mentor staff, and develop menus with a strong emphasis on quality and consistency. This working chef role requires high-volume kitchen experience, supervision skills, and a hands-on approach to training, inventory, safety, and collaboration with F&B teams to maximize guest satisfaction.

The position offers competitive wages and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic tribal