Executive Sous Chef

Colorado Springs, CO, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $75,000.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Paid transportation

Gym membership

Tuition Reimbursement

Resort perks

Job Description

Full House Resorts is a renowned hospitality and gaming company that operates exciting and guest-focused casino resorts across various locations. With a strong commitment to delivering exceptional experiences, the company maintains high standards in quality, service, and entertainment for every visitor. Full House Resorts emphasizes a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and dedication, fostering an environment where employees can grow and contribute meaningfully. The company’s resorts feature a diverse range of amenities including gaming, dining, lodging, and entertainment, creating vibrant destinations that appeal to a wide audience seeking leisure and excitement. Its strong presence in the hospitality industry is maintained through innovative practices and continuous improvement in operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

The role of Cook at Full House Resorts offers an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic kitchen team responsible for producing high-quality cuisine, with a particular emphasis on Mexican culinary traditions. This position involves ensuring food preparation meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation while collaborating with team members to deliver dishes that exceed guest expectations. As a Cook, you will be expected to monitor and enforce sanitation practices, oversee the proper handling and labeling of food items, and maintain kitchen cleanliness in line with company policies and health regulations. The job requires strong culinary skills, the ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and a passion for delivering a memorable dining experience.

Full House Resorts values innovation and professionalism, providing a supportive workplace that encourages individual growth and teamwork. Employees in this role benefit from a comprehensive compensation package with a salary starting at $75,000, which reflects experience and expertise. The company also offers a rich benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401k retirement plan with matching contributions, paid time off, transportation services, and educational reimbursement options. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with a proven track record in a hospitality or gaming environment, particularly those with extensive experience in Mexican cuisine and a passion for excellence in food service and kitchen operations.

Job Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent in education and experience
Three (3) or more years of recent and related cooking experience, preferably within a hospitality, restaurant, or gaming environment
Food handler’s license, or equivalent
Successful completion of bloodborne pathogens and hazardous material training
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 30 lbs and prolonged standing
Strong knowledge of kitchen opening and closing procedures
Must be passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success
Effective communication and interpersonal skills conducive to a productive teamwork environment
Possess leadership, team building and implementation skills
High standards for cleanliness of workspace and service areas
Must meet ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards for job performance

Job Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent in education and experience
Three (3) or more years of recent and related cooking experience, preferably within a hospitality, restaurant, or gaming environment
Prefer certification of culinary training or apprenticeship
Must have extensive experience cooking Mexican cuisine
Demonstrated cooking experience, preferably within a hospitality, restaurant, or gaming environment
Demonstrated experience working independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work in an ever-changing environment
Has a strong work ethic and customer-focused approach

Job Duties

Ensures kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, department rules, and sanitation requirements
Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations
Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met
Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
Prepare and produce a variety of high-quality dishes, while following approved recipes and specifications in an accurate and timely manner
Cook different menu items in alignment with the kitchen team to deliver dishes simultaneously
Maintain a thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation
Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation meet company standards
Ensure all the products and prepared items are properly labeled, dated, initialized, covered, and rotated following FIFO (first in, first out)
Maintain department cleanliness and organization
Adhere to safe work and equipment practices
Follow all food safety, health safety, and sanitation standards
Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines
Assists with inventory management and conducting end of month inventory reports
Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company
Uses effective communication and interpersonal skills conducive to a productive teamwork environment
Acts as a back up to kitchen staff to perform the duties of all kitchen positions