Room Chef Beach Cafe - Full Time (Harrah's Laughlin)

About the Role

We’re looking for a seasoned and highly motivated Room Chef for our Beach Café, someone who brings strong culinary leadership, a passion for guest-focused service, and the ability to deliver consistent, high-quality food in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This leader will oversee daily kitchen operations, guide and develop culinary team members, uphold Caesars Entertainment’s food safety and quality standards, and ensure the Beach Café delivers exceptional dishes that match our signature Family Style hospitality. The ideal candidate thrives in a hands-on role, excels at coaching teams, and maintains a sharp focus on cost control, menu execution, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Work with Restaurant Manager and front of the house staff to ensure positive guest experience.
• Ensure quality food product and presentations.
• Teach and develop staff while serving a consistent product with pride.
• Maintain food cost, labor cost, and expenses within budget guidelines.
• Write and post line-level employees' schedules in a timely manner.
• Monitor and sign off on line-level employee timecards.
• Report any equipment in need of repair or service to the chef and engineering.
• Meet attendance guidelines and adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies.
• Cook and create new, innovative, and imaginative recipes.
• React quickly and resolve problems.
• Support and foster loyalty and always conduct business in a professional manner.
• Deliver Caesars Entertainment’s Family-Style Service to all guests and team members.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Proficient in English verbal and written communication.
• Proficient with iOS devices.
• Flexible to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Effective communication in English, both verbal and written, in a professional manner.
• Minimum of a two-year Culinary Arts School or equivalent technical training in the food industry.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a line-level Supervisor or Chef in a specialty room, Casual Dining, or Buffet Restaurant environment.
• Must present a neat and professional appearance.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.
• Health Card required.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to push and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, reach, and kneel repetitively.
• Ascend and descend stairs and maintain equilibrium for an extended period.
• Must be able to work from a standing position and/or walking motion for an extended period.
• Ability to work in a smoking environment.
• Fast-paced environment with multiple tasks to be handled under time constraints.
• Must be able to handle heavy business volume and sensitive situations relating to staff and guest problems in a timely manner.
• Compliance with policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, chemical labels, and other instructions.

Benefits

• Earn your Bachelor’s Degree for FREE through Caesars Entertainment & our university partners.
• Student Loan Debt Assistance to help lighten your financial load.
• A People-First Culture where every team member is valued.
• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with flexible options.
• 401(k) with Company Match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Caesars Entertainment’s Signature Family-Style Service that makes our workplace feel like home.
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge.
• Exclusive Discounts on hotel stays, dining, entertainment, retail, and more.