Mexican Room Chef

LV Search Partners•Mesquite, NV

21h•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Mexican Room Chef oversees all culinary operations within the casino’s Mexican cuisine outlet, ensuring high-quality food preparation, consistent flavor profiles, and exceptional guest satisfaction. This role requires strong culinary expertise in authentic Mexican cooking, menu development, and day-to-day kitchen leadership. The Mexican Room Chef will supervise kitchen staff, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to the overall success of the culinary department.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of culinary experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
Strong background in authentic Mexican cuisine, ingredients, techniques, and flavor profiles.
Knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety practices, and sanitation standards.
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Excellent communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts as required by casino operations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in casino, resort, or high-volume hospitality environments.
Culinary school training or certifications.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and present high-quality Mexican dishes in accordance with established recipes and casino standards.
Develop and refine menu items, seasonal specials, and promotional offerings to enhance guest experience.
Maintain quality, consistency, and authenticity in all dishes served.
Assist with food tasting, recipe testing, and plating design.
Lead and supervise kitchen staff, including cooks, prep cooks, and stewards assigned to the Mexican food outlet.
Train team members on culinary techniques, food safety, and proper use of equipment.
Schedule staff, assign duties, and ensure efficient workflow during all shifts.
Support performance evaluations and provide coaching to maintain a positive, motivated team.
Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies.
Ensure proper handling, rotation, and labeling of ingredients to minimize waste.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
Adhere to all local, state, and federal food safety regulations, as well as casino policies and procedures.
Work closely with the Executive Chef and management to meet financial goals, including food cost, labor cost, and revenue targets.
Partner with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and timely delivery of menu items.
Assist in special events, banquets, and themed promotions related to Mexican cuisine.
Engage with guests when needed to ensure satisfaction and gather feedback.