Sous Chef Dual Rate Supervisor - Full Time (Harrah's Joliet)

As our Steakhouse Sous Chef, you’ll bring passion, precision, and leadership to every plate. You’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, inspire your team, and ensure every dish exceeds guest expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate kitchen staff with professionalism and teamwork
• Oversee food prep, inventory, and cost control
• Design and execute daily and special event menus
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and equipment functionality
• Collaborate with chefs to elevate quality, presentation, and efficiency
• Maintain labor standards without compromising service
• Uphold appearance, uniform, and regulatory standards

Cook – Craft Every Bite

As a Cook, you’ll be the heartbeat of our kitchen—preparing high-quality dishes with speed, consistency, and flair.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present menu items to perfection
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines
• Maintain freshness, quality, and cleanliness
• Support a fast-paced, guest-focused environment
• Ensure efficient use of ingredients and minimize waste

What We’re Looking For:

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience
• 2+ years in high-volume kitchens (banquets, buffets, or specialty dining preferred)
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Computer proficiency (Micros, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Internal candidates must meet Harrah’s Joliet transfer eligibility

Job Demands:

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Frequent bending, reaching, and standing
• Work in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment
• Tolerate standard kitchen chemicals and temperatures

Work Schedule: 

• Employment Type - Full-Time
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.  
• Swing Shift: 1:00 pm - Close

Please note that the exact start time may vary based on the operational requirements of the business, so flexibility is essential.

Benefits Package:

• 401(k) retirement plan to help you save for the future
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to ensure a work-life balance and time for personal needs
• Education Assistance program to support your professional development and continuous learning
• Exclusive Team Member Discounts as a recognition of your valuable contribution to the team

Disclaimer:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technical developments).

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Caesars may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

The ethos of our Caesars family is guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values. We take immense pride in embodying these values: Together, We Win, All In On Service, and Blaze the Trail, each and every day. Our mission is to "Create the Extraordinary." Our vision focuses on "Creating spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. We do not perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars." Should you wish to contribute to the creation of magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic and distinctive career opportunities.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates must obtain an Illinois gaming license and undergo a comprehensive background check. Furthermore, pre-employment drug testing is compulsory for certain positions. The Company is dedicated to equal opportunity 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.