Sous Chef, Food Hall

San Manuel is one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, known for its vibrant and dynamic casino and hospitality operations. The organization prides itself on fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and dedicated service within its Food and Beverage division. This sector plays a crucial role in delivering world-class dining experiences across multiple venues, supporting both daily operations and special events with high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. San Manuel is committed to the professional growth and well-being of its employees, offering a supportive work environment where teamwork, leadership, and culinary expertise are highly valued.

The Sous Chef - Food & Beverage position at San Manuel is a pivotal role responsible for supervising daily kitchen operations in assigned venues. Reporting directly to the Chef De Cuisine, the Sous Chef ensures smooth workflow and high-quality food production by managing kitchen staff, coordinating schedules, and overseeing food preparation and presentation. This role requires close collaboration with Food & Beverage management to establish accurate menu forecasts, manage inventory, and uphold adherence to financial and safety regulations.

The Sous Chef champion’s San Manuel's culinary vision by promoting best-in-class cultural values and culinary excellence. This leadership position demands advanced knowledge of culinary operations, including menu development, recipe standardization, and quality control for high-volume service environments. The successful candidate will be adept at maintaining the consistency, appearance, and flavor of menu items, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times.

In addition to overseeing food production, the Sous Chef manages various administrative tasks such as food cost control, labor budgeting, and financial reporting. Safety is paramount, with dedicated responsibility for enforcing health codes and safety standards, maintaining cleanliness, and preparing the kitchen for daily operation. Emphasizing teamwork and professional development, the role includes hiring, training, evaluating, and mentoring kitchen personnel to sustain a motivated and skilled culinary team.

Ideal candidates will have a combination of formal culinary education and significant experience within high-volume hotels or casino kitchens. The position requires strong leadership skills, hands-on culinary expertise, and the ability to manage multiple kitchen functions simultaneously under pressure. Candidates should also be prepared to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, in a fast-paced and demanding setting.

San Manuel’s commitment to employee well-being extends to comprehensive benefits and a respectful work environment. If you are a culinary professional passionate about excellence, leadership, and operational success, this role offers a rewarding career path within a leading enterprise in the hospitality industry.