Responsible for the preparation and production of food for Universal Horror Unleashed. Ensures quality and safety standards are followed and proper HACCP programming is met. Supports the Executive Sous Chef in planning, ordering, inventory, and food production. Responsible for motivating, training, developing, and directing culinary Team Members to ensure operational excellence. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises and assists in preparation and presentation of all food items. Ensures food is fresh and prepared in a timely fashion while maintaining cost and quality controls. Leads stewarding and receiving associates to ensure all SNHD standards are adhered to and best practices are in place. Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure for all back of house operation. Ensures waste is at a minimum and food cost is met each month. Follows all health and safety standards in accordance with the Southern Nevada Health District regulations and Universal standards. Ensures a clean and safe work environment and maintains proper working order of restaurant equipment needs and repairs, partnering with Technical & Show Maintenance as needed for equipment repairs. Schedules Culinary team and production of food items according to the projected attendance as dictated by business needs. Trains Culinary team in production and presentation of products. Maintains recipe books and training logs. Ensures proper HACCP program in maintained and standards upheld. Creates new recipes for special events and for the restaurant. Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities Perform other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Supervises a Non-Exempt team ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required. Must be able to work a flexible and varying schedule based on business demands Strong culinary skills and a flair for food quality, flavor, and continuous improvement Must be able to obtain a LVMPD non-gaming work card upon employment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Consistent attendance is a job requirement. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Professional Food Safety Manager Certification and local state certifications are required EDUCATION Chef’s Apprentice or Associate’s degree is preferred. EXPERIENCE 3 years of culinary experience with 1 year of supervisory or lead experience is required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package. Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Destinations & Experiences via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Destinations & Experiences HR/ Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Destinations & Experiences. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Destinations & Experiences as a result of the referral or through other means. Universal Horror Unleashed. Here you can. Universal Destinations & Experiences is an equal opportunity employer. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. EOE