Restaurant Chef | Lead Kitchen Ops & Menu Strategy

Warhorse-Gaming,-LLC; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WarHorse Gaming, LLC in Omaha, NE is seeking a Restaurant Chef to lead daily culinary operations and elevate guest satisfaction. You will supervise back-of-house staff, manage labor and food costs, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus and events.

Ideal candidates have at least five years in a supervisory culinary role and strong knowledge of kitchen operations, safety, and inventory management.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and supervisory experience in a kitchen.
• Experience in cost control and budgeting for a restaurant.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure quality and guest satisfaction.
• Develop menus and specials in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Recruit, schedule, train, and coach culinary staff.
• Monitor labor costs, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain recipe standards, portion controls, and food specifications.
• Support special events and department budgets.
• Utilize POS and inventory systems to manage costs.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Menu development

Cost control

Food safety

Guest service

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

WarHorse Gaming, LLC in Omaha, NE is seeking a Restaurant Chef to lead daily culinary operations and elevate guest satisfaction. You will supervise back-of-house staff, manage labor and food costs, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus and events.

Ideal candidates have at least five years in a supervisory culinary role and strong knowledge of kitchen operations, safety, and inventory management.