Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and development programs
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Professional certifications support
Meal Allowances
Job Description
This job opening is with a prominent casino's fine dining restaurant known for its commitment to quality and exceptional guest experiences. The establishment operates within an ala carte environment, delivering distinct culinary offerings that emphasize the highest standards in food preparation, presentation, and service. As part of an integrated casino resort, the restaurant blends a vibrant atmosphere with culinary sophistication, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from casual diners to high-end guests. The casino environment offers a dynamic and fast-paced workplace where culinary professionals are valued for their skills, creativity, and leadership capabilities.
The role focuses on the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of various foods including salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, and desserts. The successful candidate will assume a leadership position, ensuring the kitchen line and overall operation run efficiently and align with the restaurant's established specifications and standards. The role demands a high level of culinary expertise paired with strong organizational and interpersonal skills to lead and supervise kitchen staff such as cooks at different levels, ensuring that food quality and presentation meet or exceed expectations.
Along with culinary duties, this position involves collaborating with other team members to plan and develop innovative recipes and special menus, considering the seasonal availability of ingredients and customer load. Attention to detail is critical, as the chef inspects supplies, monitors sanitation practices, oversees ordering processes for food and kitchen supplies, and maintains professional grooming standards. This role plays a key part in fostering a positive workplace atmosphere that encourages hospitality, communication, and teamwork among employees, ultimately contributing to a memorable dining experience for all guests. Supervisory responsibilities include direct oversight of Sous Chefs and senior cooks as well as indirect supervision of junior cooking staff, emphasizing employee engagement, training, and retention.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned culinary professional with formal culinary training and extensive experience in fine dining or ala carte kitchen environments. They will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards such as HACCP, hold ServSafe certification (or the ability to obtain it), and possess a Level 2 Gaming License required for working within the casino premises. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a unique and stimulating environment, contributing to the culinary excellence and high service standards of a leading casino dining establishment. Employment type and specific salary details may vary and would typically be discussed during the hiring process.
The role focuses on the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of various foods including salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, and desserts. The successful candidate will assume a leadership position, ensuring the kitchen line and overall operation run efficiently and align with the restaurant's established specifications and standards. The role demands a high level of culinary expertise paired with strong organizational and interpersonal skills to lead and supervise kitchen staff such as cooks at different levels, ensuring that food quality and presentation meet or exceed expectations.
Along with culinary duties, this position involves collaborating with other team members to plan and develop innovative recipes and special menus, considering the seasonal availability of ingredients and customer load. Attention to detail is critical, as the chef inspects supplies, monitors sanitation practices, oversees ordering processes for food and kitchen supplies, and maintains professional grooming standards. This role plays a key part in fostering a positive workplace atmosphere that encourages hospitality, communication, and teamwork among employees, ultimately contributing to a memorable dining experience for all guests. Supervisory responsibilities include direct oversight of Sous Chefs and senior cooks as well as indirect supervision of junior cooking staff, emphasizing employee engagement, training, and retention.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned culinary professional with formal culinary training and extensive experience in fine dining or ala carte kitchen environments. They will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards such as HACCP, hold ServSafe certification (or the ability to obtain it), and possess a Level 2 Gaming License required for working within the casino premises. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a unique and stimulating environment, contributing to the culinary excellence and high service standards of a leading casino dining establishment. Employment type and specific salary details may vary and would typically be discussed during the hiring process.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Culinary degree or formal apprenticeship
- Three to four years of fine dining or ala carte experience
- ServSafe certification or ability to become certified
- Knowledge of HACCP standards
- Level 2 Gaming License
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Culinary degree or formal apprenticeship
- Three to four years of fine dining or ala carte experience
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- ServSafe certification or ability to become certified
- Knowledge of HACCP standards
- Level 2 Gaming License
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policy and procedure manuals
- Ability to write effective reports and memos
- Ability to communicate effectively in small and large group situations
Job Duties
- Prepares and cooks foods of all types either regularly or for special guests or functions
- Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
- Collaborates with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and special menus considering seasonal ingredient availability and customer numbers
- Checks quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure standards are met
- Checks quantity and quality of received products
- Demonstrates new cooking techniques and equipment to staff
- Determines food presentation and creates decorative food displays
- Determines production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely service delivery
- Estimates amounts and costs of required supplies such as food and ingredients
- Inspects supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure compliance with established standards
- Instructs cooks and other workers on preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
- Monitors sanitation practices to ensure employee adherence to standards and regulations
- Orders or requisitions food and supplies needed for efficient operation
- Recruits and hires kitchen staff including cooks
- Maintains current knowledge of fine dining restaurant trends and follows all recipes, specifications, and control procedures
- Maintains professional grooming and appearance as a role model
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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