Sous Chef

Running Aces Casino Hotel Racetrack, located in Columbus, MN, is a premier entertainment destination combining a casino, hotel, and harness racing track. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to excellence, Running Aces offers guests a unique experience filled with thrilling racing events, stylish accommodations, and diverse dining options. The establishment prides itself on fostering a welcoming environment for patrons and employees alike, ensuring memorable visits and exceptional service throughout its facilities. As a cornerstone of the Columbus community, Running Aces consistently aims to elevate its offerings and cater to a broad demographic, ranging from casual visitors to high-stakes gamers and racing enthusiasts.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The Sous Chef will work closely under the guidance of the Executive Chef and play a critical role in upholding and enhancing the quality of our kitchen operations. This full-time position involves overseeing kitchen staff during assigned shifts, ensuring food preparation meets our high-quality standards, and maintaining the overall efficiency and safety of the kitchen environment. The role demands strong culinary expertise, leadership abilities, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.

In this role, you will be entrusted with standardizing recipes to guarantee consistent dish quality and presentation, conducting daily inspections of cooking and storage areas, and implementing stringent safety and sanitation protocols. Additionally, the Sous Chef will be responsible for supervising and training kitchen staff, ensuring they adhere to company policies and food safety regulations. You must be able to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment while fostering teamwork and motivation among staff.

Applicants should possess a minimum of 3-5 years of high-volume line cooking experience or at least 1 year of management experience in a culinary setting. A High School diploma is required, while a culinary degree and Serve Safe Food Handler certification are preferred qualifications that will enhance candidacy. Given the nature of the hospitality industry and the casino environment, candidates must be able to obtain a Minnesota Racing Commission gaming license. Working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential for this position due to the establishment's hours of operation.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental coverage for full-time employees, a 401k plan, employee discounts, and paid time off encompassing vacation, sick leave, bereavement, and holiday pay. Training is provided, and candidates must be present on-site to perform the job functions effectively. The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and internal equity, reflecting our commitment to fair and competitive compensation.