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WE ARE CAESARS
At Caesars Entertainment, our Mission, Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose, providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission, Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward, and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.
Our Mission :
"Create the Extraordinary"
Our Vision :
"We create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence."
Our Values :
"Blaze the Trail, Together We Win, All-In on Service" Our corporate social responsibility framework, People Planet Play, represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development, uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families, and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in. Job Summary The Chef de Cuisine supervises the activities of assigned restaurant and kitchen staff including scheduling, maintaining inventory, and assuring a quality product is served to guests in a timely manner. Chef will also complete all necessary paperwork and performs other duties to maintain a smooth, orderly operating kitchen. Summary of major responsibilities include interviewing, selecting, and training employees; conducting performance reviews; recommending wage increases and promotions; handling employees' complaints and disciplining and/or recommending discipline and supervising work. How You Will Create the Extraordinary
- Partner with the front-of-house team to deliver a consistently positive guest experience.
- Lead a high-volume, multi-meal period kitchen in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Oversee all food production for the restaurant and events, ensuring consistency, quality, and timeliness.
- Ensure all food is safe, properly prepared, visually appealing, and aligned with established culinary standards.
- Drive menu planning, development, and pricing, while maintaining control of food cost and operational records.
- Maintains payroll records for submission to payroll department.
- Specific duties include menu planning, maintenance of payroll, food cost and other related records.
- Schedules kitchen employees in conjunction with business forecasts and predetermined budget.
- Establish and uphold quality standards for recipes, presentation, and portion control.
- Prepares food, establishes quality standards, trains employees in cooking methods, presentation techniques and portion control.
- Understands and administers the PAR form, sets performance expectations and provides coaching and operational support for the kitchen production staff.
- Trains kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery.
- Evaluate, establish, and reengineer kitchen processes to improve efficiency, productivity, and scalability without compromising quality.
- Manage scheduling, payroll oversight, and labor alignment based on business levels and budget targets.
- Control costs through proper inventory management, storage practices, and waste reduction.
- Leads employees by creating a positive, supportive environment where talents, skills, and trade practices are exchanged, practiced and enhanced.
- Recruit, hire, train, coach, and discipline kitchen team members and leaders.
- Interviews, hires, evaluate and disciplines kitchen personnel as appropriate.
- Serve as a culture leader by mentoring and developing sous chefs and supervisors to build a strong leadership team.
- Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on accountability, communication, and continuous learning.
- Train and develop team members in culinary techniques, food production practices, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee safety practices, including proper equipment use, hazardous material handling, and workplace safety training.
- Trains kitchen personnel in sanitation practices and help establish cleaning schedules, stock rotation, refrigeration temperature control points and any other sanitary controls.
What You Will Need Candidate must currently be in a Chef de Cuisine or similar role Must have experience in high volume type of environment, Experience in fine dining or semi-fine dining Work requires a minimum of a two-year Culinary Arts School, or equivalent technical training in the food industry. Minimum of three-year experience as line level Supervisor or Chef in specialty room, Casual Dining or Buffet Restaurant environment. Proven performance in implementing and maintaining food production operational standards. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including late nights, weekends, and holidays, with a strong on-property presence during peak business periods. Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds and carry up to 5 pounds. Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items when working at assigned desk area. Must have manual dexterity and coordination to operate office equipment, including a 10 key adding machine, PC computers, fax machine and photocopier. Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the casino. Must present a neat and professional appearance. Work requires flexibility to work various shifts Fast paced environment, multiple tasks to be handled under time constraint. Must be able to handle a heavy business volume, and sensitive situations relating to staff and guest problems, in a timely manner. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees, dining room staff and guests. Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods up to 4 hours in length. Must have the ability to lift pots, pans, etc. up to 40 pounds in weight. Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process. About Us Caesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel earned recognition as a City Business "Best Places to Work" honoree and was named "#1 Large Employer" in the New Orleans area by the "Times-Picayune" Top Workplaces program. A destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to provide exceptional experiences for our guests. Caesars New Orleans Casino is a Caesars Entertainment company. Our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe® and Eldorado® brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its
PEOPLE PLANET PLAY
framework. Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, "Create the Extraordinary". Our vision, "Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars". If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.
TOGETHER WE WIN
We believe in delivering family-style service—an approach that fosters warmth, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family, creating a welcoming environment built on respect, teamwork, and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers, we prioritize service that is thoughtful, supportive, and rooted in genuine relationships.
DISCLAIMER
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary. As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ADA Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals' religious beliefs or practices.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Caesars Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Caesars Entertainment will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 85225 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Job Schedule Full time Locations Caesars New Orleans (On-site)
