Sous Chef Ramsay Kitchen

Reno, NV, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Career development opportunities

Job Description

Caesars Entertainment is a leading global entertainment company known for its iconic resorts, casinos, and hospitality services. Committed to creating exceptional experiences, Caesars prides itself on its mission to 'Create the Extraordinary' by delivering outstanding entertainment and service to its guests. The company operates a diverse portfolio of properties, offering a wide array of gaming, dining, and entertainment options that connect and inspire visitors. Caesars emphasizes its core values of blazing the trail, winning together, and being all-in on service, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and dedication across all its teams. Through its People Planet Play corporate social responsibility framework, Caesars not only seeks to provide an exhilarating guest experience but also strives to uplift the communities where it operates and enhance the lives of its employees and their families.

The role of Sous Chef at Caesars Entertainment is a senior hourly culinary position that plays a crucial part in delivering the company's commitment to excellence in food quality and service. As a Sous Chef, the individual is responsible for leading line execution, maintaining station excellence, and ensuring a smooth service flow in the kitchen. This role is highly hands-on, focusing on both cooking and coaching line cooks during busy service periods. The Sous Chef serves as the next in command after the Assistant Room Chef and is expected to cover for breaks, vacations, changeovers, and unexpected callouts, demonstrating adaptability and leadership. This position demands superior culinary skills, especially in knife techniques, and a strong emphasis on professionalism and cleanliness. Additionally, the Sous Chef must be adept at maintaining food safety standards, organizing the kitchen environment, and communicating effectively with both staff and management. The position requires a high level of physical stamina, the ability to multitask efficiently, and a commitment to Caesars' values and family-style service approach, which fosters a warm and inclusive environment for guests and team members alike. Overall, the Sous Chef at Caesars plays a key leadership role in upholding the brand's culinary standards and ensuring that every dining experience exceeds guest expectations while supporting a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

Job Requirements

Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively in English
follow established company policies and procedures
must think on their feet and make quick decisions
lead assigned stations or shifts to ensure timely, accurate execution
supervise and instruct others
support onboarding and cross-training of hourly culinary staff
maintain proper use, cleaning, and handling of all kitchen equipment
ensure station setup, breakdown, and cleanliness standards are met
required knowledge of all culinary departments
responsible for maintaining sanitation and safety as set by Washoe County Health Department Guidelines in all kitchens of the restaurant
utilize proper hand washing techniques
must be able to push, pull and lift, carry 50 pounds unassisted
must be able to work overhead
must be able to tolerate repetitious hand, arm, wrist movements
must be able to stand and walk for most of the shift
must have the ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities in a timely manner and complete each
must be able to tolerate hot and cold temperature fluctuations

Job Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent
culinary degree and/or equivalent professional experience preferred
minimum 5 years of progressive culinary experience across multiple stations
prior lead or senior cook experience preferred
skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff and guests
ability to follow instructions and influence others
strong problem solving using independent judgment and decision-making skills
excellent communication skills

Job Duties

Coach line cooks on technique, timing, and organization during service
cook at busy changeovers, callouts, vacations, breaks, volume surges as needed
assist in production and quality levels of all food products, both incoming and outgoing
maintain proper sanitation environment including use, cleaning, and handling of all equipment and products
maintain open and daily communication with staff and management
assist the Room Chefs and other Assistant Restaurant Chefs as needed
check all storage areas daily communicating any problems in food storage, receiving, handling and temperature control
maintain speed, organization, and consistency during service
always maintain a high level of professionalism and strong work ethic on the line
must have superior knife skills
ensure all food safety, sanitation, and temperature standards are consistently met
exemplify core values, family style service, mission and vision
exemplify DEI culture
perform other job-related duties as assigned