Leslie Daniel

Kuro Executive Chef

Chef Leslie Daniel brings more than a decade of experience to his role as Executive Chef at Kuro, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City’s new-style contemporary Japanese kitchen. No stranger to culinary destinations, Chef Leslie has worked in critically acclaimed restaurants in Miami, Las Vegas, and Atlantic City.

Chef Leslie joined the opening team for Kuro in 2018 as Sous Chef and quickly rose through the ranks through his professionalism, passion, and contagiously positive attitude. Chef Leslie has participated in several community events including the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City’s Let’s Get Cooking event and ACCC’s Annual Restaurant Gala. In 2024, Chef Leslie competed on Food Network’s Guy’s Grocery Games where he was crowned the winner.

Affectionately referred to as “Chef Too Hype” in the kitchen, Chef Leslie's positive outlook and love for the culinary arts are contagious. Under his leadership, Kuro was recognized by USA Today as the No. 1 casino restaurant in 2020 and as a top hotel restaurant in 2022 and 2023.