Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Emerald Queen Casino is a renowned gaming and hospitality establishment owned and operated by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Situated in a vibrant location, Emerald Queen Casino offers a variety of entertainment, dining, and gaming options that attract thousands of visitors annually. Known for its commitment to excellence and cultural respect, the casino is dedicated to delivering outstanding guest experiences and promoting the tribe's sovereignty and values. This establishment prides itself on creating a welcoming environment for both guests and team members, offering competitive employment opportunities with comprehensive benefits.
The Culinary Director role at Emerald Queen Casino is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all culinary operations across multiple restaurant outlets and banquet services within the casino. This full-time role requires an experienced culinary professional who can balance creative menu development with strict operational standards, enhance guest satisfaction, and ensure financial performance goals are met through cost control and operational efficiency. The salary range for this position is competitive and depends on skills and experience, complemented by excellent employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
In this leadership capacity, the Culinary Director is tasked with directing the kitchen teams, managing seasonally inspired menus that emphasize fresh, local ingredients and innovative cuisine, and enforcing high standards for food quality, consistency, and safety. The position involves hands-on involvement in all aspects of kitchen operations, including performing duties across various cooking positions, to model expected behavior and productivity standards for the team. The Culinary Director must also maintain meticulous inventory controls, secure kitchen supplies and equipment, and ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations.
Moreover, this role demands the ability to manage scheduling, payroll, and training for the culinary department while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and professionalism. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in high-volume, casino or resort culinary operations, along with a deep understanding of budget management, recipe costing, menu pricing, and serving consistency. Familiarity with gaming environments and tribal entities is preferred but not mandatory.
Key responsibilities also include protecting business confidentiality, participating in leadership standards that honor the Puyallup Tribe’s sovereignty, ethical behavior, and asset protection, and upholding the casino's mission and values through purposeful and impactful interactions. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts including days, swings, graveyard, and holidays, with mandatory licensing requirements and background checks to comply with tribal and state gaming regulations.
Overall, the Culinary Director at Emerald Queen Casino is a strategic leader, culinary expert, and operational manager who plays a crucial role in elevating the culinary brand, enhancing guest experiences, and sustaining the casino’s reputation as a premier gaming and hospitality destination.
The Culinary Director role at Emerald Queen Casino is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all culinary operations across multiple restaurant outlets and banquet services within the casino. This full-time role requires an experienced culinary professional who can balance creative menu development with strict operational standards, enhance guest satisfaction, and ensure financial performance goals are met through cost control and operational efficiency. The salary range for this position is competitive and depends on skills and experience, complemented by excellent employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
In this leadership capacity, the Culinary Director is tasked with directing the kitchen teams, managing seasonally inspired menus that emphasize fresh, local ingredients and innovative cuisine, and enforcing high standards for food quality, consistency, and safety. The position involves hands-on involvement in all aspects of kitchen operations, including performing duties across various cooking positions, to model expected behavior and productivity standards for the team. The Culinary Director must also maintain meticulous inventory controls, secure kitchen supplies and equipment, and ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations.
Moreover, this role demands the ability to manage scheduling, payroll, and training for the culinary department while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and professionalism. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in high-volume, casino or resort culinary operations, along with a deep understanding of budget management, recipe costing, menu pricing, and serving consistency. Familiarity with gaming environments and tribal entities is preferred but not mandatory.
Key responsibilities also include protecting business confidentiality, participating in leadership standards that honor the Puyallup Tribe’s sovereignty, ethical behavior, and asset protection, and upholding the casino's mission and values through purposeful and impactful interactions. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts including days, swings, graveyard, and holidays, with mandatory licensing requirements and background checks to comply with tribal and state gaming regulations.
Overall, the Culinary Director at Emerald Queen Casino is a strategic leader, culinary expert, and operational manager who plays a crucial role in elevating the culinary brand, enhancing guest experiences, and sustaining the casino’s reputation as a premier gaming and hospitality destination.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to work all scheduled shifts to include day, swing, graveyard and holidays
- All applicants must obtain a Class III A license as required by the Puyallup Tribal Gaming Regulatory Office and the Washington State Gaming Commission
- Pre-employment drug testing is required for all positions
- Use of marijuana will not disqualify an applicant unless the position requires driving a company vehicle
- Washington drivers licens
- Food handlers
- Progressive discipline
- Responsible gaming
- Sexual harassment
- Customer service
- Title 31 SARC
- Sitting/standing for up to 10 hours per day
- Office/restaurant/kitchen environment
- Walking/climbing
- Reaching/bending/crouching
- Pushing/pulling
- Hand eye coordination
- Use of eyesight/finger dexterity
- Concentrating in loud/busy situations
- Exposure to cooking/cleaning fumes/odors
- Varying extreme temperatures
- Sharp utensils/equipment
- Hot & cold appliances/equipment
- Lifting items up to 40 lbs.
- Subject to a smoke-filled environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Culinary Arts Degree/Certification
- Fifteen years of high volume, casino/resort, Executive Chef experience
- Ten years of leadership experience
- Preferred gaming experience
- Preferred experience working with tribal entities
Job Duties
- Provides strategic direction, development, and performance management of kitchen team members
- Implements and maintains cost controls to ensure kitchen operations stay within budget parameters, conducting portion checks to ensure established standards are met
- Leads seasonal menu development that focuses on fresh locally inspired cuisine
- Performs the duties of all other cooking positions to ensure the appropriate standards of behavior, work, and productivity are maintained
- Provides leadership with recommendations on efficiency improvements in kitchen operations
- Procures all food products and kitchen supplies, completing accurate and regular inventory
- Establishes and maintains security of all products, supplies, and equipment
- Maintains kitchen safety and sanitation standards, ensures walk-ins and storage areas clean and organized
- Develop and communicate department policies, procedures, and standards ensuring team members are trained, in compliance and providing superior guest service
- Conducts regular team meetings to ensure uniform enforcement of policies and procedures and the execution of department-wide objectives
- Complete team schedules ensuring necessary coverage and maximum efficiency
- Manage payroll processing for team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Protects the confidentiality of any and all Casino business information
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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