SOUS CHEF-BANQUETS

O'fallon, MO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $47,100.00 - $63,600.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career Development

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Boyd Gaming Corporation is a leading casino entertainment company with a strong presence across multiple gaming jurisdictions in the United States. Established as one of the premier names in the gaming industry, Boyd Gaming has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional entertainment experiences and outstanding customer service. The company’s commitment to innovation, integrity, and community engagement has positioned it as a trusted leader, continually evolving to meet the changing demands of the entertainment market while maximizing value for shareholders, employees, and communities alike. With a rich history of success combined with forward-thinking business strategies, Boyd Gaming Corporation is dedicated to maintaining its industry leadership and expanding its influence in the years to come.

The Sous Chef role at Boyd Gaming offers a unique opportunity within a dynamic culinary environment that supports the company’s vision, mission, and core values. This position entails direct and general supervision of the culinary team during assigned shifts, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food preparation and excellent guest experiences. The Sous Chef will be responsible for overseeing cooking operations, managing staff schedules, training and developing culinary personnel, and maintaining health and safety standards in the kitchen. This leadership role demands a balance of culinary expertise and management skills, with a strong emphasis on communication and staff motivation to foster an environment of ownership and accountability.

The ideal candidate will be adept at coordinating all aspects of kitchen operations including portion control, food presentation, and timely service, thus exceeding Boyd Gaming’s stringent food quality standards. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with restaurant management to streamline communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams, assisting with recipe development and cost control, and ensuring compliance with health department regulations. The Sous Chef is also charged with nurturing team member engagement through coaching, feedback, and performance evaluation to sustain a motivated and high-performing culinary team.

By joining Boyd Gaming Corporation as a Sous Chef, professionals can expect to contribute to a team-oriented culture that values leadership, innovation, and quality. The role offers growth potential and the chance to play a critical part in enhancing the company's culinary offerings, ultimately supporting Boyd Gaming’s mission to lead the gaming and hospitality industry with excellence. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to advance their careers in a reputable and well-established company with a commitment to employee development and community involvement.

Job Requirements

Completion of a culinary arts degree or accredited apprenticeship and/or four years of progressive food preparation experience
Minimum of one year in a supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience
Computer literacy including Excel spreadsheet and Word experience
Possession of and ability to obtain and maintain valid drivers and gaming license within assigned state of employment and other jurisdictions
Successful completion of background check
Successful completion of alcohol and drug screening
Must be 21 years of age

Job Qualifications

Completion of a culinary arts degree or accredited apprenticeship and/or four years of progressive food preparation experience
Minimum of one year in a supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the role
Computer literacy to include Excel spreadsheet and Word experience
Possession of, and ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers and gaming license within assigned state of employment and other jurisdictions
Must successfully pass background check
Must successfully pass an alcohol and drug screening
Must be 21 years of age

Job Duties

Oversee all cooking operations, including methods of preparation, portion control, monitoring timeliness of food delivery and garnishing
ensuring a high-quality preparation and attractive presentation of all food to exceed the company's standards
Staff, schedule, evaluate, train, develop and monitor culinary team
including by not limited to initiatives with Ecosure, on-boarding, etc
Understand department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget to achieve effective supervision of department
Monitor labor costs, including staffing levels, and adjust to sales levels, business volumes, etc
Monitor and advise on storage of food items to ensure quality of food and compliance with health requirements
Ensure all kitchen equipment and working conditions are well-maintained
responsible for HotSos entries
Assistant Restaurant Chef with writing and cost-control of recipes, as well as developing a collection of recipes in a recipe book
Oversight of monitoring staff adherence to health department regulations regarding food handling, storage, temperature, and cleanliness of work
control cleanliness and maintenance of assigned area
review any health department issues with Management team and Restaurant Chef to correct any problems
Assist Restaurant Chef in developing and implementing policies, procedures and rules including operations manuals, to promote compliance with company and regulatory guidelines
Responsible for scheduling of Lead Cooks, Cooks, and Assistant Cooks
Collaborate with Assistant General Manager, General Manager, and Restaurant Chef to ensure communication between the front and back of house is seamless while taking ownership of all assigned areas
Responsible for multiple guest service aspects, including but not limited to table touches, nightly special postings, menu changes, and Front-of-House/Back-of-House communication
Assist Restaurant Chef with Server and Culinary pre-shifts to ensure communication of specials and dishes are excellently presented to our guests
Ensure team member engagement is maintained at a high level
Lead all aspects of team member relations including, but not limited to, hiring, coaching, recognizing, and evaluating team members and leaders
Provide ongoing direct and honest feedback to team members regarding individual performance
Establishes operational guidelines for the recruitment and retention of outlet team members