Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $50,400.00 - $68,000.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Job Description
This opportunity is with a renowned casino resort that features a dynamic Sports Grill/QSR kitchen operation. The casino is committed to delivering exceptional food quality and superior guest experiences as part of its comprehensive hospitality offerings. Established in the region, this entertainment destination integrates gaming, fine dining, and family-friendly amenities, maintaining a strong presence in the hospitality industry. The casino values a culture built on its Mission, Vision, and Values, which emphasize service excellence, team collaboration, and community engagement. It continually strives to provide guests with memorable dining and entertainment experiences in a first-class environment.
Within this vibrant setting, the Sous Chef plays a crucial leadership role as part of the kitchen management team. The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing food preparation across all shifts in the Sports Grill/QSR operations. This role requires ensuring that all kitchen staff adhere to the highest standards of food quality, safety, and customer service. Working directly under the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef coordinates kitchen activities, monitors inventory, controls food and labor costs, and assists in menu development. This leadership position necessitates a hands-on approach to training, motivating, and evaluating kitchen staff, fostering a culture of professionalism and culinary excellence.
The Sous Chef is expected to uphold departmental objectives and budgets while ensuring compliance with health regulations and internal policies. Proficiency in using a variety of kitchen tools, mentoring team members, and communicating effectively with all levels of the operation are key to success. Additionally, the role demands flexibility in working conditions, enduring varying noise levels and temperatures, and filling in as needed across kitchen functions. This position not only emphasizes culinary expertise but also embodies the spirit of service, safety, and leadership within a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Employment is full-time, affording dedicated professionals a stable platform to advance their culinary careers in a reputable hospitality setting.
Within this vibrant setting, the Sous Chef plays a crucial leadership role as part of the kitchen management team. The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing food preparation across all shifts in the Sports Grill/QSR operations. This role requires ensuring that all kitchen staff adhere to the highest standards of food quality, safety, and customer service. Working directly under the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef coordinates kitchen activities, monitors inventory, controls food and labor costs, and assists in menu development. This leadership position necessitates a hands-on approach to training, motivating, and evaluating kitchen staff, fostering a culture of professionalism and culinary excellence.
The Sous Chef is expected to uphold departmental objectives and budgets while ensuring compliance with health regulations and internal policies. Proficiency in using a variety of kitchen tools, mentoring team members, and communicating effectively with all levels of the operation are key to success. Additionally, the role demands flexibility in working conditions, enduring varying noise levels and temperatures, and filling in as needed across kitchen functions. This position not only emphasizes culinary expertise but also embodies the spirit of service, safety, and leadership within a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Employment is full-time, affording dedicated professionals a stable platform to advance their culinary careers in a reputable hospitality setting.
Job Requirements
- minimum eight years of progressive food preparation experience or culinary arts degree with three years experience or an accredited apprenticeship plus four years experience
- supervisory or management experience
- ability to communicate professionally with front of house staff
- exceptional guest service and problem-solving skills
- ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- tolerance for noise, smoke, and temperature variations
- ability to obtain and maintain state or tribal gaming license
- ability to work full-time
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to handle kitchen tools safely
Job Qualifications
- culinary arts degree or accredited apprenticeship
- supervisory or management experience
- knowledge of recipe preparation and culinary standards
- strong guest service skills
- administrative skills including coaching and scheduling
- experience with budgeting and inventory control
- valid food handlers certification
Job Duties
- monitor food purchasing and inventory to control food and labor costs
- hire, train and supervise kitchen staff
- evaluate food preparation to ensure quality and consistency
- assist in menu development and implementation
- ensure storage and handling of food meet health regulations
- communicate effectively with staff and guests
- fill in across kitchen roles as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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