Restaurant Chef - Promenade

Mystic Lake; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

401(k) starting day one

Discounts on childcare, fuel, bus Pass

Tuition reimbursement

Free uniforms and cleaning

Job summary

Mystic Lake's Promenade Grill is seeking a Restaurant Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in a high-volume setting. You will mentor Sous Chefs and Line Cooks, plan weekly and daily specials, and ensure quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

This hands-on leadership role offers competitive weekly pay, health benefits, a 401(k) starting day one, and opportunities for professional development within the SMSC Gaming Enterprise. A strong emphasis on sanitation and safety is included.

Qualifications

• Five years of culinary experience, including at least three years as Sous Chef.
• Ability to communicate basic information in spoken English.
• Knowledge of sanitation, quality control, and recipe interpretation.
• Must complete formal tasting audition in the presence of the Executive Chef.
• Some experience with word processing, spreadsheets, database and email software.
• Certified Food Service Manager or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and maintain quality, consistency, and teamwork.
• Mentor and develop Sous Chefs, Lead Cooks, and Line Cooks.
• Plan weekly and daily specials and ensure timely food prep.
• Oversee sanitation and compliance with safety standards.
• Schedule staff to match business needs and conduct performance appraisals.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Culinary operations

Food safety

English communication

Staff scheduling

Education

Culinary education

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook/E-mail

Job description

Come join our Food and Beverage Team as the Restaurant Chef at Promenade Grill! As one of Mystic Lake's high-volume dining destinations, Promenade Grill is looking for a culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and knows how to keep quality, consistency, and teamwork at the heart of every service. In this role, you'll lead daily kitchen operations, mentor and develop your team, and create an environment where great food and exceptional guest experiences come together. If you're a hands-on leader who brings positive energy, strong operational skills, and a passion for developing others, we want to meet you! Enjoy weekly pay, health benefits, and a 401(k) starting day one. Whatever your career goals may be, let Mystic Lake Casino help get you there!

Job Overview:

Assist in managing the culinary operations of the Promenade Grill to ensure proper and timely food preparation to complement and enhance guest's gaming experience. Put your creativity to the test by planning weekly and daily specials all while mentoring the dedicated team of Sous Chefs, Lead Cooks, and Line Cooks!

Empower Your Future: The Work You’ll Lead:

• Interviews, selects, hires, and promotes team members; plans training and development in conjunction with Human Resources Development, and completes performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and terminations. Schedules staff to match business needs.
• Ensures the quality and consistency of all products.
• Maintains proper rotation of products.
• Performs cooking functions as assigned.
• Maintains sanitation through regular inspections of equipment, supplies and proper food storage.
• Ensures compliance with all prescribed food and safety standards.
• Plans weekly and daily specials.

Job Requirements:

• Any combination of culinary education and/or cooking experience to equal five years, including three
• years of experience at Sous Chef level.
• The ability to communicate basic information and ideas in spoken English so others will understand.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation practices, quality control, recipe interpretation and prep duties.
• Must complete formal tasting audition in the presence of the Executive Chef.
• Some experience with word-processing, spreadsheets, database and electronic mail software.
• Certified Food Service Manager Certificate or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks:

Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits, and advancement opportunities at the SMSC Gaming Enterprise. Eligible Team Members are offered a comprehensive benefits package include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniformsand free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.

Who We Are:

We're not just in the business of entertainment; we're in the business of crafting unforgettable experiences. We believe in the power of possibility, to unite and uplift, rallying around every triumph, big and small.At Mystic Lake and Little Six, every moment is a chance to be the experience.

Different backgrounds, different strengths, and different passions, we value the diversity that everyone brings to the table. Our values are a direct reflection of the diverse communities that we proudly serve, represent, and invest in. We invite you to the place to learn, grow, thrive and lead. Let's create moments that matter, celebrate diversity, and build a brighter future for all.

Be the Experience. Be Bold. Be Mystic.

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