Room Chef - Bistro Napa

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

Free daily meal

Internal advancement

Job summary

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, NV is seeking a Bistro Napa Room Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensure exceptional food quality, and lead the dining team to deliver memorable experiences for our guests.

You will supervise staff, plan menus with attention to presentation, control labor and costs, enforce safety and sanitation standards, and mentor cooks to maintain the high standards of Bistro Napa in a fast-paced, guest‑centric environment.

Qualifications

• 7 years cooking experience.
• 2 years experience as a Supervisor.
• 1 year fine dining experience.
• Ability to learn new methods.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Work in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations across all shifts.
• Ensure menu items are executed to recipes and standards.
• Collaborate on menu planning and development.
• Supervise and manage kitchen staff, including scheduling and training.
• Monitor labor costs, payroll, and staffing levels.
• Order products and manage inventory.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Foster team morale and guest relations.
• Communicate with staff to meet deadlines.
• Read and execute food orders accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Fast-paced environ

Job description

At Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, we are more than just a premier destination for luxury gaming and hospitality in Reno, Nevada; we are creators of unforgettable moments. Our commitment to excellence shines through our exceptional gaming, exquisite dining, and indulgent spa services, all set in an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere. As a family-owned business, we prioritize nurturing lasting relationships with our guests and the community, ensuring that every interaction is warm, memorable, and tailored to foster a true sense of belonging.

Overview

Come join Team Atlantis! As the Bistro Napa Room Chef, you play a pivotal role in upholding the reputation of the Bistro Napa by overseeing the kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, managing the kitchen staff, and creating an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. Your culinary expertise, attention to detail, and passion for creating delicious and visually appealing dishes will contribute to the success of our renowned restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, including preparation, production, plating, and cleanup across all shifts.

• Ensure all menu items are executed according to recipes, presentation standards, and service style.

• Collaborate on menu planning and development.

• Supervise and manage kitchen staff, including scheduling, hiring, training, and performance management.

• Monitor and control labor costs, payroll, and staffing levels.

• Order products and manage inventory through warehouse and purchasing systems.

• Address disciplinary issues when necessary in accordance with company policy.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.

• Foster team morale and maintain positive guest relations.

• Communicate effectively with staff and management to meet operational deadlines.

• Accurately read and execute food orders (tickets).

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Qualifications

• 7 years cooking experience

• 2 years experience as a Supervisor

• 1 year fine dining experience

• Ability to learn new methods

• Knowledge of food and safety sanitation standards

• Work in a fast paced environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy pots, pans, and trays.

• Comfortable working in a hot and fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Be able to lift 50 pounds safely.

• Be able to stand for long periods of the time.

• Must be able to move freely in confined spaces.

Must adhere to all appearance standards, including but not limited to no "visible" tattoos/piercings or unnatural hair colors.

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa fosters a team working environment and an environment that is focused on Team Member recognition and appreciation. Some of the ways in which we accomplish this is by offering the following:

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, supplemental coverage)
• 401K retirement savings plan + discretionary match
• Education Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• FREE daily meal
• Internal Advancement

We believe that our people are at the heart of our success. By investing in our team through growth opportunities and robust training programs, we cultivate an environment of loyalty and pride. Our focus on building a talent ecosystem in collaboration with local institutions enables us to ensure that every experience at Monarch reflects the luxury and dedication we stand for. Join us in creating extraordinary experiences that inspire and elevate the spirit of hospitality.