Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $55,400.00 - $74,800.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Employee wellness programs
Paid holidays
Job Description
Graton Resort & Casino is a premier destination located in Northern California, known for its vibrant blend of luxury, entertainment, and fine dining experiences. Renowned for its commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction, the resort features a wide array of amenities including a cutting-edge casino, luxury accommodations, entertainment venues, and multiple dining options. With a focus on redefining hospitality, Graton Resort & Casino fosters a culture of excellence and teamwork while promoting values that emphasize care, dignity, fairness, and respect among all team members. The establishment prides itself on providing memorable experiences that reflect a high standard of service and quality to all guests.
The Event Sous Chef position at Graton Resort & Casino plays a critical role within the culinary team, particularly in the execution of large-scale events, banquets, and special functions. Reporting directly to the Event Chef or Property Executive Chef, the Event Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations related to events, ensuring that every dish prepared meets the resort's rigorous standards for food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation. This role requires a culinary professional with excellent leadership skills who can effectively manage a team in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while cultivating a positive and productive work atmosphere.
The person in this role will collaborate extensively with event planners and front-of-house teams to translate menus into flawless dining experiences that delight guests. They will lead the preparation, cooking, and presentation phases during events while maintaining a well-organized kitchen environment. The job includes responsibilities such as reviewing banquet event orders, supervising culinary staff, managing ingredient inventory, and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. Additionally, the Event Sous Chef will be expected to participate in pre-event briefings and post-event reviews to ensure continuous improvement in operations.
This position demands strong organizational capabilities, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a hands-on approach to culinary preparation. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in high-volume and fine dining environments and be well-versed in cost control and profit and loss management. A flexible schedule and the ability to manage time independently are essential to success in this role. The Event Sous Chef will also play a key role in upholding Graton Resort & Casino's hospitality culture by fostering teamwork, encouraging communication, and supporting team members in delivering outstanding service. Physical demands of the job include prolonged standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and other activities common in a professional kitchen environment. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced culinary leader to contribute to a prestigious resort's event dining operations, enhancing guest experiences through exceptional culinary artistry and team leadership.
The Event Sous Chef position at Graton Resort & Casino plays a critical role within the culinary team, particularly in the execution of large-scale events, banquets, and special functions. Reporting directly to the Event Chef or Property Executive Chef, the Event Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations related to events, ensuring that every dish prepared meets the resort's rigorous standards for food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation. This role requires a culinary professional with excellent leadership skills who can effectively manage a team in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while cultivating a positive and productive work atmosphere.
The person in this role will collaborate extensively with event planners and front-of-house teams to translate menus into flawless dining experiences that delight guests. They will lead the preparation, cooking, and presentation phases during events while maintaining a well-organized kitchen environment. The job includes responsibilities such as reviewing banquet event orders, supervising culinary staff, managing ingredient inventory, and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. Additionally, the Event Sous Chef will be expected to participate in pre-event briefings and post-event reviews to ensure continuous improvement in operations.
This position demands strong organizational capabilities, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a hands-on approach to culinary preparation. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in high-volume and fine dining environments and be well-versed in cost control and profit and loss management. A flexible schedule and the ability to manage time independently are essential to success in this role. The Event Sous Chef will also play a key role in upholding Graton Resort & Casino's hospitality culture by fostering teamwork, encouraging communication, and supporting team members in delivering outstanding service. Physical demands of the job include prolonged standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and other activities common in a professional kitchen environment. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced culinary leader to contribute to a prestigious resort's event dining operations, enhancing guest experiences through exceptional culinary artistry and team leadership.
Job Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with guests, team members and management in written and verbal form
- ability to manage time effectively with minimal supervision
- flexibility to handle a varying schedule
- sound judgment and maturity in decision making especially in difficult situations
- great attention to detail
- five years culinary experience in related fields
- two years experience in varied high volume or fine dining environment with P&L responsibilities
- comprehensive food knowledge including profit and loss statements, cost control, menu planning, budgeting, training, inventory control and sanitation
- strong leadership skills with ability to exemplify and enhance Graton's culture
- ability to work hands on in any kitchen environment including fine dining, butchering, baking, soups, stocks, sauces, roasting, sautéing, broiling, grilling, and cold food production
Job Qualifications
- Effective communication with guests, team members, and management in written and verbal form
- ability to manage time effectively with minimal supervision
- flexibility to handle a varying schedule
- sound judgment and maturity in decision making especially in difficult situations
- great attention to detail
- five years culinary experience in related fields
- two years experience in varied high volume or fine dining environment with P&L responsibilities
- comprehensive food knowledge including profit and loss statements, cost control, menu planning, budgeting, training, inventory control, and sanitation
- strong leadership skills with ability to exemplify and enhance Graton's culture
- ability to work hands on in any kitchen environment including fine dining, butchering, baking, soups, stocks, sauces, roasting, sautéing, broiling, grilling, and cold food production
Job Duties
- Redefine hospitality at Graton Resort & Casino by living, supporting, and promoting company values
- perform responsibilities according to company standards, policies, and procedures
- participate in pre-event briefings and post-event reviews to improve operations
- review banquet event orders daily and note any changes
- lead the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food items for events ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards
- supervise and direct culinary staff during event preparation and service ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to timelines
- assist in ordering, receiving, and inventory control of event-specific ingredients and supplies
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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