Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $58,000.00 - $64,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
401k
employee discount
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack, located at 15201 Running Aces Blvd in Columbus, MN, is a premier entertainment and hospitality destination offering a unique blend of casino excitement, hotel accommodations, and world-class dining experiences. As a vibrant establishment known for its commitment to quality service and guest satisfaction, Running Aces combines the thrill of live horse racing with luxurious amenities and a welcoming atmosphere. This dynamic setting caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from racing enthusiasts to casual visitors seeking an enjoyable night out. The casino hotel is dedicated to maintaining high operational standards, providing comprehensive guest services, and upholding a vibrant culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. The company advocates for employee growth, competitive compensation, and a supportive working environment. They offer comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits for full-time employees, a 401k plan, employee discounts, and various paid time off options, including PTO, sick leave, bereavement, and holidays. This ensures a balanced professional experience and personal wellness for their staff.
The Sous Chef role at Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack is a crucial position designed for a motivated culinary professional who can efficiently execute the vision and standards set by the Executive Chef. This role involves both culinary creativity and managerial proficiency. The successful candidate will be entrusted with overseeing kitchen operations during shifts, ensuring consistency in food preparation, presentation, safety, and sanitation to uphold the establishment's reputation for excellence. This position demands an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment where maintaining quality and efficiency is paramount.
As a Sous Chef, you will lead the kitchen staff, manage daily training, enforce recipe standardization, and monitor food storage and equipment maintenance. You will play an integral role in delegating responsibilities and implementing policies to drive smooth kitchen operations. Moreover, the role requires strong leadership skills to teach and inspire team members, multitasking capabilities to balance multiple kitchen demands, and proficiency in relevant technology such as Microsoft Office Suite to assist in reporting and administrative duties. The ability to obtain necessary certifications, including a Minnesota Racing Commission gaming license, along with compliance with state regulations and company policies, is essential.
Working flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays is a key component of this job, reflecting the hospitality industry's demands. The physical aspect of the role includes frequent movement in a dynamic kitchen environment, requiring strength and stamina to handle duties such as lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and navigating a sometimes noisy and hot atmosphere.
In addition to competitive pay, this position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus as part of the hiring incentives. Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack values its culinary team as central to their customer satisfaction goals and supports ongoing professional development through training and hands-on experience. This opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers within a well-established, respected hospitality enterprise that values quality, teamwork, and employee well-being.
The Sous Chef role at Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack is a crucial position designed for a motivated culinary professional who can efficiently execute the vision and standards set by the Executive Chef. This role involves both culinary creativity and managerial proficiency. The successful candidate will be entrusted with overseeing kitchen operations during shifts, ensuring consistency in food preparation, presentation, safety, and sanitation to uphold the establishment's reputation for excellence. This position demands an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment where maintaining quality and efficiency is paramount.
As a Sous Chef, you will lead the kitchen staff, manage daily training, enforce recipe standardization, and monitor food storage and equipment maintenance. You will play an integral role in delegating responsibilities and implementing policies to drive smooth kitchen operations. Moreover, the role requires strong leadership skills to teach and inspire team members, multitasking capabilities to balance multiple kitchen demands, and proficiency in relevant technology such as Microsoft Office Suite to assist in reporting and administrative duties. The ability to obtain necessary certifications, including a Minnesota Racing Commission gaming license, along with compliance with state regulations and company policies, is essential.
Working flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays is a key component of this job, reflecting the hospitality industry's demands. The physical aspect of the role includes frequent movement in a dynamic kitchen environment, requiring strength and stamina to handle duties such as lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and navigating a sometimes noisy and hot atmosphere.
In addition to competitive pay, this position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus as part of the hiring incentives. Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack values its culinary team as central to their customer satisfaction goals and supports ongoing professional development through training and hands-on experience. This opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers within a well-established, respected hospitality enterprise that values quality, teamwork, and employee well-being.
Job Requirements
- 3-5 years of high volume line cooking experience and/or 1 year management experience
- High school diploma
- Culinary degree would be a plus
- Serve Safe Food handler certificate
- Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast pace work environment
- Possess leadership skills and an ability to teach cooks to prepare all items on the current menu efficiently and consistently
- Strong multitasking skills
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as to gain the cooperation of guests and fellow team members
- This position must have, or an ability to acquire within one year, an in-depth knowledge and thorough understanding of company policy and procedures, state regulations, and technical rules relevant to their responsibilities
- Must possess the ability to obtain a Minnesota Racing Commission gaming license
- Ability to work flexible shifts and days of the week including night, weekends and holidays
- Ability to handle frequent walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting, bending and lifting, pushing and pulling
- Ability to lift up to 35 to 50lbs on a regular basis
- Must be able to work flexible shifts in a crowded, noisy, hot and humid environment
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma
- Culinary degree would be a plus
- Serve Safe Food handler certificate
- 3-5 years of high volume line cooking experience and/or 1 year management experience
- Possess leadership skills and an ability to teach cooks to prepare all items on the current menu efficiently and consistently
- Strong multitasking skills
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as to gain the cooperation of guests and fellow team members
- This position must have, or an ability to acquire within one year, an in-depth knowledge and thorough understanding of company policy and procedures, state regulations, and technical rules relevant to their responsibilities
- Must possess the ability to obtain a Minnesota Racing Commission gaming license
Job Duties
- Oversees staff on the assigned shift
- Oversees and carries out staff training
- Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
- Establish presentation technique and quality standards
- Conducting daily inspections of main line and coolers
- Rotation and utilization of all food products
- Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
- Ensure proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen
- Delegating kitchen duties to team members
- Implementing policies and procedures
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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