Sycuan Casino Resort

Sous Chef - Deli

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Employee wellness programs

Job Description

The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation has a rich history dating back many centuries, originating as a community of people who lived, farmed, hunted, and fished together to sustain themselves. Over time, the Sycuan Tribe has grown and evolved, adapting to the modern world while holding steadfast to its strong sense of community and tradition. Today, the Sycuan Tribe governs its reservation and operates a variety of business ventures in the San Diego region, most notably a state-of-the-art casino and a beautiful golf resort. These enterprises not only serve as economic engines for the tribe but also as centers... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience
  • ServSafe Manager Certification
  • 2 years cooking in a commercial kitchen
  • 1 year supervisory or Sous Chef experience

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience
  • ServSafe Manager Certification
  • 2 years cooking in a commercial kitchen
  • 1 year supervisory or Sous Chef experience
  • Ability to create recipes and menus
  • Working knowledge of responsible alcohol beverage service
  • Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members
  • Ability to provide leadership and guidance to staff
  • Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks
  • Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions
  • Ability to accept constructive criticism
  • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language
  • Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to stand and walk for up to eight hours
  • Ability to bend, stoop, push and pull
  • Ability to work in a smoking environment
  • Ability to drive catering vehicles
  • Ability to maintain a good driving record
  • Culinary degree (desirable)
  • Completion of Sycuan Supervisory Certificate Program (desirable)
  • CA Driver’s License in good standing (desirable)
  • Multi-lingual (desirable)

Job Duties

  • Maintains efficient operation of kitchen operations by assigning duties to kitchen staff, communicating departmental information, instructing personnel on food service policies, correcting non-compliance behaviors, regulating food product use, drafting production sheets, monitoring staff performance, performing production cook duties as needed
  • Prepares and cooks food for guest consumption by following recipes, preparing food products according to production sheets, chopping, slicing, dicing, baking, frying, basting, boiling, sautéing, steaming, grilling, marinating, portioning desserts and condiments, ensuring food wells are filled and replenished
  • Assists the Chef by training production cooks and catering staff, providing guidance on portion control and food presentation, monitoring cooks’ performance, communicating between shifts, conducting performance appraisals, providing counseling and corrective action, generating paperwork, reporting discrepancies
  • Ensures safe and sanitary kitchen and storage areas by checking food temperatures and freshness, rotating food items, maintaining correct cooling and reheating, cleaning kitchen and storage areas, organizing storage, restocking products, following supply utilization guidelines
  • Assists with catering on-site and off-site by managing setup, cooking, cleaning, working the event, and breaking down equipment and supplies
  • In the absence of the Chef, completes all job duties and responsibilities of the Chef as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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