Chef - Room

Hammond, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $65,000.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive salary

Annual performance reviews

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) company match

Childcare discounts

Job Description

Bally's Chicago Casino is an ambitious and innovative entertainment venue situated on the historic Chicago River, part of a landmark 1.8-billion-dollar development project. This casino stands as a testament to Bally's commitment to excellence in the gaming and hospitality industries, combining luxury, entertainment, and unique experiences for guests from Chicago and beyond. The management team at Bally's Chicago brings a wealth of expertise across development, construction, and hospitality management, emphasizing a values-driven approach with a clear, long-term vision. Their reputation is built on reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative work environment that prioritizes operational precision and guest satisfaction. As a company, Bally's Chicago is dedicated to fostering an engaging workplace culture grounded in teamwork and superior service, aligning closely with its brand philosophy of being "Born to Entertain."

The Chef - Room position at Bally's Chicago Casino offers an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the culinary operations of this prestigious establishment. This role is critical in ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and customer satisfaction. The Chef - Room will be responsible for coordinating activities and directing the training of kitchen staff including chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers to deliver outstanding food preparation and presentation. This position involves hands-on leadership and oversight in meal production, from managing buffet layouts to cooking stations, with a sharp focus on quality control, financial management, and adherence to health regulations.

In addition to staff coordination, the Chef - Room works closely on menu planning, catering services, and daily specials, ensuring profitability and effective inventory management within corporate guidelines. Responsibilities include monitoring ordering processes, budgeting, profit and loss control, recipe standardization, new product evaluation, and payroll forecasting. Moreover, the role requires active involvement in recruitment, training development, and fostering a positive kitchen atmosphere that embodies Bally’s vibrant entertainment spirit. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary with annual performance reviews, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth within a dynamic and expanding company. Join Bally’s Chicago Casino to be part of a historical venture where your culinary expertise can shine and contribute to a legendary guest experience.

Job Requirements

must be 21 years of age or older
three years culinary arts experience including prior management role
experience in high-volume restaurant and catering environments
ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal
effective time management skills with minimum supervision
ability to handle high production pace
great attention to detail for operating standards
open availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

must be 21 years of age or older
three years culinary arts experience, including previous experience in a management role
experience in a high-volume restaurant and catering operation environment
experience supervising personnel
ability to communicate effectively with guests, team members, and management in both written and verbal form
must manage time effectively with minimum supervision
ability to handle high pace production
must possess and demonstrate great attention to detail in order to maintain unit's appearance and operating standards using good judgment
must have open work availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

foster an environment that embodies Bally's Born to Entertain philosophy by creating a fun-filled, entertaining atmosphere
enthusiastically promote Bally's customer-centric culture of offering superior guest service and actively building long-lasting guest relations
coordinate training and oversee kitchen staff in meal production, preparation, and presentation from kitchen to floor including layout of buffets and cooking stations with responsibility for maintaining quality and quantity control
maintain a clean and orderly kitchen to comply with all state and local health department regulations
assist in planning menus, catering production, and daily specials while maintaining financial responsibility for the menu
oversee inventory of food products and coordinate product ordering and receiving within corporate specifications
oversee processes of ordering, inventory, budgeting, profit/loss control, production, and execution of all food areas
administer the development of recipe standardization
conduct personnel interviews and training development/procedures
delegate and oversee all kitchen activities
perform other duties as assigned