Sous Chef-Gilley's

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $49,200.00 - $66,400.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
overtime pay

Job Description

Gilley's is a vibrant and renowned restaurant known for its lively atmosphere, delectable cuisine, and commitment to exceptional guest experiences. As a prominent establishment in the hospitality industry, Gilley's prides itself on combining traditional culinary artistry with innovative menu creations, fostering a warm and welcoming environment for both customers and staff. With a focus on maintaining high standards of quality, food safety, and operational efficiency, Gilley's continues to be a favored dining destination that attracts a diverse clientele. The restaurant embraces a culture of teamwork, professional growth, and excellence, ensuring that each guest enjoys a memorable visit through superb service and outstanding food offerings. As part of Gilley's dynamic team, there are opportunities for individuals passionate about food, hospitality, and culinary innovation to build rewarding careers in a fast-paced yet supportive workplace.

The Sous Chef at Gilley's plays a pivotal role in the success of the kitchen operations. This role demands an experienced culinary professional who excels in overseeing all aspects of food preparation, maintaining the consistency of dishes, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The Sous Chef works closely with kitchen staff and management to optimize workflow, control inventory levels, and minimize waste, while voicing creative input to reinvent and develop menu items, including daily specials and soups. A key responsibility is to monitor the training and development of new employees, helping them achieve higher performance standards aligned with the restaurant's goals. Additionally, the Sous Chef coordinates the service of food to guarantee timely and quality delivery to guests. With an emphasis on guest relations, the role requires someone who is not only skilled in kitchen management but also capable of engaging with customers in a friendly and professional manner, handling customer interactions with positivity and efficiency. The position demands physical stamina to cope with long hours in a busy kitchen environment, readiness to adapt to high-pressure scenarios, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. This employment opportunity at Gilley's offers a chance to contribute to a well-established kitchen team while advancing one’s culinary career in a reputed restaurant setting. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining a pristine and organized kitchen space. The role requires adherence to both company policies and regulatory guidelines to uphold the restaurant's reputation for excellence. Overall, the Sous Chef position at Gilley's is designed for a culinary professional who thrives in a high-energy, customer-focused environment and values continuous improvement and teamwork.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • ability to obtain and retain KRGC Gaming License
  • one year of direct customer contact experience preferred
  • minimum of 1-year experience in culinary field
  • kitchen manager or sous chef experience required
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife skills
  • perfected basic cooking techniques
  • professionalism
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
  • physical ability to bend, reach, kneel, grip items
  • able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • able to walk and stand for 8-12 hours
  • able to tolerate secondary smoke, high noise levels, bright lights, and dust
  • ability to respond to visual and audible cues
  • able to read, write, speak and understand English

Job Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older and have the ability to obtain and retain KRGC Gaming License
  • one year of direct customer contact experience preferred
  • minimum of 1-year experience in related culinary field required
  • kitchen manager or sous chef experience required
  • knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife skills required
  • must have perfected basic cooking techniques
  • display professionalism
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • professional appearance as outlined in the Gilley's Team Member Handbook
  • must be able to work both independently and as a member of a team
  • available to work required schedule which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Job Duties

  • Oversee product consistency and make necessary modifications according to business needs
  • monitor waste and over production as well as utilize leftovers and ensure proper rotation and quality control
  • devise and reinvent menu items
  • monitor training of new employees to help them achieve higher goals
  • monitor food cost for outlet and order food products
  • maintain the overall cleanliness and equipment maintenance of outlet
  • assist in overseeing kitchen-related activities pertaining to the normal operation of the restaurant, menu and staff

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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