Assistant Chef - In-Room Dining (Overnight Shift)

Wynn Resorts•Las Vegas, NV

11d

About The Position

The Assistant Chef for Wynn's prestigious In-Room Dining operation supports culinary management in cost control, inventories, food requisitions, kitchen staff management and training, and assistance to chef de parties and cooks. The role supervises food production at all stations and ensures food quality meets outlet standards. It also ensures compliance with government health regulations, industrial safety standards, corporate and departmental policies, and the Culinary Bargaining Agreement. The Assistant Chef maintains consistent food quality, supports a safe workplace, addresses and reports actual or potential problems, and encourages team participation in decision-making. The position also leads and develops staff, monitors performance, upholds Wynn's core values, and provides coaching, recognition, and positive reinforcement.

Requirements

At least three years of culinary management experience in a similar role.
Ability to direct and lead staff.
Accurate knife skills and ability to manage all aspects of kitchen operations.
Ability to obtain and maintain required licenses or active work cards, including Food Manager Certification; a valid health card is required.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Fluent, professional English communication, reading, and writing skills.
Ability to meet high-quality standards with attention to detail, creativity, speed, and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure, think clearly, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and follow through to meet deadlines and production schedules.
Ability to develop creative and artistic plate presentations and regularly research new products and menu items.
Ability to work well with a team and assist in all phases of the operation.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree.
Second language.
Knowledge of and exposure to a union environment.

Responsibilities

Support culinary management with cost control, inventories, and food requisitions.
Manage and train kitchen staff and assist chef de parties and cooks as necessary.
Supervise food production at all stations and ensure food quality meets outlet standards.
Ensure compliance with government health regulations, industrial safety standards, corporate and departmental policies, and the Culinary Bargaining Agreement.
Maintain consistent Wynn food quality standards and improve consistency to enhance the customer experience.
Ensure workplace safety standards and policies are available to staff; identify, address, and promptly report actual or potential safety problems.
Encourage team members to participate in decision-making and take responsibility and authority.
Identify best practices and use quality and efficiency measures as benchmarks for performance.
Ensure direct reports follow Wynn policies and procedures and report actual or potential issues with integrity.
Define team roles, purpose, responsibilities, and accountabilities, and monitor performance.
Maintain Wynn core values in conducting business.
Mentor staff through ongoing on-the-job coaching and positive reinforcement.
Recognize and reward employees using applicable recognition programs.
Involve management team members in decision-making.