Job Overview
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
flexible scheduling
competitive wage
Paid Time Off
Employee training programs
Health Insurance
safety training
Career advancement opportunities
Job Description
Prairie Meadows is a dynamic and bustling establishment known for its state-of-the-art culinary kitchen and diverse food outlets. It operates in a fast-paced environment where delivering quality culinary experiences is the highest priority. As a venue that hosts numerous banquet events and full-service dining options, Prairie Meadows is committed to maintaining high standards in food preparation, presentation, and customer service. The establishment offers varied shifts and days off to accommodate different schedules and prides itself on flexible payment options, including daily, weekly, or biweekly wage disbursal, tailored to employee needs. The wage for the Sous Chef position is competitive and... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Five or more years’ experience in food service
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Experience in large full-service, high volume kitchen with banquet events preferred
- Experience with collective bargaining environment preferred
- Excellent dietary, cooking, supervisory, and customer service skills essential
- Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds
- Knowledge of Iowa Department of Health regulations is required
- ServSafe certification required
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required
- Must have knowledge on plating and presentation standards
- Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills a plus
- Must be able to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Must possess knowledge of labor management and inventory control
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
- Subject to walk-in freezer, hot equipment, hot oil, sharp objects, and wet floors
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push carts up to 150 lbs.
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Five or more years’ experience in food service
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Experience in large full-service, high volume kitchen with banquet events preferred
- Experience with collective bargaining environment preferred
- Excellent dietary, cooking, supervisory, and customer service skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Knowledge of Iowa Department of Health regulations
- ServSafe certification
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of plating and presentation standards
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task
- Knowledge of labor management and inventory control
Job Duties
- Ensure that all food is consistently prepared and served according to each outlet’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards
- Prepare kitchen work area for daily operation and maintain all food service areas (kitchens, dish areas, storage areas, etc.) to state department of health codes and regulations
- Oversee inventory by ensuring that the storeroom is stocked and in orderly fashion and that rotation of food items is correct
- Review banquet event orders (BEOs) for the day and work with kitchen management to execute strategies to meet event requirements with proper setup
- Coordinate and conduct the department training programs for new hires, as well as, safety training for all kitchen equipment and utensils
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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