Culinary Executive Sous Chef

Seneca Gaming Corporation•Salamanca, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Executive Sous Chef is second in command for any and all kitchens in a foodservice establishment. The Culinary Executive Sous Chef ensures that all kitchens provide nutritious, safe, eye-appealing, properly flavored food while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for all employees. Other duties include menu planning, preparation of budgets, maintenance of payroll, food cost, and other records. Specific duties involving food preparation and establishment of quality standards, training of employees in cooking methods, presentation techniques, portion control and retention of nutrients. All duties are to be performed within the guidelines of the Seneca Gaming Corporation’s policies and procedures, Internal Control Standards and objectives.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older upon employment.
Degree from a postsecondary culinary arts training program.
A minimum of two (2) years as a Sous Chef and five (5) years in a food preparation position.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, coaching, team building and problem solving skills required.
Extensive knowledge of seafood, protein and poultry.
Computer literate in all Microsoft Office applications and automated restaurant systems.
Must possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to read, write and speak effectively to employees as well as customers.
Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with the customers and employees.
Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
Must be able to stand, walk and move through all areas of the casino.
Maintain physical stamina and proper mental attitude to work under pressure in a fast paced, casino environment and effectively deal with customers, management, employees, and members of the business community in all situations.
Moderate physical activity is required along with the handling of objects up to fifty (50) pounds.
Work environment involves some exposure to physical risk, which requires following basic safety precautions.

Nice To Haves

In the absence of fully qualified candidates, some requirements may be waived.

Responsibilities

Report to work well-groomed in full uniform and on time with badge on upper left side of uniform.
Provide prompt, friendly, and courteous service of food and beverage to all our guests.
Be hospitable, friendly, and polite with all guests, co-workers, and management using positive body language.
Interview, hire, evaluate, reward and discipline kitchen personnel as appropriate.
Orient and train kitchen personnel in property and department rules, policies and procedures.
Train kitchen personnel in food production principles and practices. Establish quality standards for all menu items and for food production practices.
Plan and price menus. Establish portion sizes and standards of service for all menu items.
Maintain clean work areas, utensils, and equipment.
Prepare food in a safe manner dictated by company standards and policies.
Schedule kitchen employees in conjunction with business forecasts and predetermined budget. Maintain payroll records for submission to payroll department.
Control food costs by establishing purchasing specifications, storeroom requisition systems, product storage requirements, standardization recipes and waste control procedures.
Train kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils and machinery.
Relay all guest complaints and or compliments to manager or supervisor on duty.
Maintain a current understanding of all policy and guidelines regarding information security including the Seneca Gaming Corporation Acceptable Use Policy. Understand and comply with all information security policies and procedures at all times.
Provide exceptional customer service to all patrons and communicates in a pleasant, friendly and professional manner at all times. Maintain a professional work environment with supervisors, managers and staff.
Meet the attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies.
Complete all required SGC Training programs within nine (9) months from commencement of employment.
Attend all necessary meetings.
Duties, responsibilities, requirements and expectations pertaining to this job are subject to change as needed.