Chef de Cuisine

Job Title: Chef de Cuisine

Reports To: Executive Chef

Department: Sage

Job Code: CHEFDC

Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: FB CHF-2

Date Written: 04/28/2021

Last Update: 01/18/2026

Direct and oversee kitchen operations, including menu development, execution of catered events, purchasing, inventory, cost control and sanitation. Develop and test new recipes. Create and update menus that appeal to customers and maximize profits. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff, and maintains highest possible food standards set by Odawa Casino Resort.

• Make recommendations to hire, terminate, promote, demote, transfer, provide training opportunities, recommend merit increases, creates and adjusts performance standards.
• Exhibit Leadership skills through the continuous evaluation, guidance, and encouragement of Team Members.
• Responsible for the oversight and scheduling of kitchen staff and other food and beverage Team Members to coordinate assignments ensuring economical and timely food and service production in the daily operations of the kitchen.
• Ensure kitchen staff has proper direction, the necessary tools and equipment for safe food handling and adheres to set policies, standards, department rules and sanitation regulations.
• Monitor kitchen activities, expedite orders to ensure quality taste and presentation, and ensure the kitchens operate in a timely way that meets our quality standards.
• Foster a culture of learning and development; support individual growth through continuous feedback to achieve personal and professional goals.
• Demonstrate skill at all stations and with all kitchen equipment: broiler, sauté, fryers, pantry, etc., to effectively supervise and teach those stations, new cooking techniques, recipes and equipment to kitchen staff.
• Write, test, and submit recipes and menu ideas to the Executive Chef.
• Develops menus, analyzes recipes, and determines cost.
• Establishes and enforces nutrition and sanitation standards for restaurant.
• Recommend process and customer service improvements.
• Coordinates food preparation for on-site and off-site catered events.
• Meets with professional staff, customers, or client group to resolve menu inconsistencies or to plan menus, conducting oneself in a positive and professional manner, acting as a role model for all Team Members.
• Assist in menu planning and preparation of specialty meals according to BEOs and standardized recipes and menus.
• Reviews daily departmental costs including food, labor, overhead and other miscellaneous expenses.
• Establish and monitors par levels in the restaurant to maintain proper supply of food and equipment.
• Ensures the proper utilization of food product and supplies through monitoring the constant change of guest counts.
• Purchases food, beverage, kitchen supplies, and equipment, or requisitions them.
• Recommend equipment and small ware purchases and submit work orders for equipment repairs.
• Verifies all food products are properly dated and organized for quality assurance ensuring a first-in, first-out food rotation system.
• Adheres to company and departmental policies and procedures and communicates to staff to ensure all our consistently applied.
• Maintain knowledge of all current and upcoming promotions and events at Odawa Casino Resort.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with Team Members and guests.
• Attend all meetings as required.
• Complete all required training satisfactorily.
• Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Work at other properties as needed.
• Perform in assigned areas as dictated by business levels and directed by management.
• Perform all other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Systems Access: Food Track, Microsoft Office suite

Our Team. Their Experience. One Mission. From the front line to behind the scenes, we work as one to deliver unforgettable moments.

• 1. A fun, rewarding, safe, and consistent environment for our Team Members.
• 2. A warm reception, welcoming environment, and friendly atmosphere.
• 3. An optimal entertainment experience through exceptional service.
• 4. Support for the Waganakising Odawak values through Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty,…