Chef de Cuisine

Soboba Casino • San Jacinto, CA

50d • $74,000 - $93,000

About The Position

The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for leading all back-of-house culinary operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and execution. This role oversees menu development, kitchen team leadership, cost control, inventory management, and compliance with health and safety regulations. The Chef de Cuisine works closely with the Executive Chef and leadership team, the Chef de Cuisine drives culinary excellence, fosters a culture of professionalism and accountability, and ensures an exceptional dining experience for every guest. The Chef de Cuisine will be a hands-on leader with strong organizational skills, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to maintaining operational efficiency while upholding the restaurant’s culinary vision.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age, or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a Chef position working in a full-service restaurant.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory/ management experience working in a kitchen, required.
• Firm understanding and practical application of health and safety standards and laws.
• Knowledge of all aspects of kitchen and culinary operations.
• Familiar with traditional / contemporary methods of preparing and presenting local, regional, national and international styles of food.
• Must be able to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States of America.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Soboba Tribal Gaming Commission license.
• Required to submit to and obtain negative results on all drug and/or alcohol testing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Food & Beverage Handlers Card from Riverside County.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in Culinary Arts, considered a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to team members in the preparation and serving of high quality and great tasting meals according to dietary restrictions.
• Identify and correct defects, implement continuous quality improvement procedures and maintain highest levels of sanitation and safety in all department areas.
• Execute the financial objectives of the operation to include food cost, labor cost and controllable expenses.
• Execute an active repertoire of dishes to advance the culinary experience of the outlet staff, and be effective in communicating curriculum to team members through ongoing training programs.
• Completes daily, weekly, monthly inventory to ensure proper ordering. Establishes par for all purchasing as well as production.
• Protects the assets of Soboba Resort Casino and maintains confidentiality and integrity when accessing team member information maintained in departmental files/systems.
• Responsible for overseeing the operational aspects of the kitchen division in meeting set standards.
• Administrative and operational support to the executive chef in meeting all divisional set targets.
• Must be able to demonstrate new cooking techniques, recipes and equipment to kitchen staff.
• Assist in daily operation of the kitchen as needed. Provides all line staff with the necessary tools and equipment for safe food handling.
• Maintain a high level of safety and sanitation.
• Instill budgetary controls using established budget on an everyday basis.
• Assists in supervising cooks and line staff in daily operations.
• Assist in planning, preparing and serving of all food items and menus. Train kitchen staff on the execution of said items.
• Check all walk-in coolers and freezers daily to insure proper rotation, storage and usage of all food items.
• Ability to plan organize and operate all stations in their outlet Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests' service needs.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Must be physically present to work a regular, reliable, and predictable work schedule in accordance with business demands, and maintain a consistent and regular attendance record.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities, tasks, or duties as requested.
• Assist hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests' service needs.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals.

Benefits

• 401k Plan
• Basic Life Insurance (employer paid) with the option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance
• Medical available to employees at a significantly reduced cost. Dental & Vision paid for the employee.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program (Annual Health Fair, Wellness Education, and Incentive Programs)
• Paid Time Off
• Reward and Recognition Program (Quarterly, and Annually)
• Team member Incentives
• Discounted Team member meal

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED