Kitchen Manager

Binion's Gambling Hall & Hotel•Las Vegas, NV

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for directing, supporting and enforcing all tasks given by the Director of Food & Beverage, Whiskey Licker Up Saloon General Manager, and Directors of TLC Casinos/Magoos. This includes developing menu concepts/recipes, estimating food requirements (food/labor costs), and ensuring plate presentation and standards. The role is responsible for establishing leadership, direction, and accountability for both front and back-of-the-house Food & Beverage team members.

Requirements

Proven working experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager
Excellent record of kitchen management
Capable of delegating multiple tasks
Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
Follow directives of Restaurant Manager and Kitchen Manager
Ensure Product and Finished Items are of High Quality, meet the established specifications and are fresh and wholesome
Perform administrative tasks, taking stock of food and equipment supplies, and doing purchase orders.
Keep up with cooking trends and practices.
Leadership Skills, Problem Solving and clear communication (both written and oral)
Regular communication with Restaurant Manager and Kitchen Manager
Working knowledge of various computer software programs (Stratton Warren, InfoGenisis MS Office, etc. etc.)

Responsibilities

Conducts self in a manner that reflects a positive and professional image for the brand Whiskey Licker including the company and companies affiliated.
Display and encourage teamwork within the department which include front of house employees.
Evaluate Staff and food products to ensure that quality standards are consistently met.
Work with assistant kitchen managers to ensure that food production and service standards consistently exceeds the expectations of guests.
Ensure promptness, freshness and quality of dishes in a timely manner. Cook and/or directly supervise the cooking of items and methods to ensure consistent quality of product and food service.
Supervise kitchen staff, evaluate and oversee the job performance of all Team Members.
Establish controls to minimize food and supply waste as well as theft prevention.
Evaluate pars and rotation of stock to minimize cost and maximize freshness.
Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs if needed.
Provide training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff.
Develop, coordinate and schedule routine health and cleanliness inspections in food and bar outlets.
Ensure and maintain sanitation codes of Clark County Health Department by making daily and regular inspections of areas to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance, cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, product holding times and temps checked regularly, equipment and employee appearance are met to standard.
Develop recipes and portion specifications in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, product specifications, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary constraints.
Participate in other menu planning activities to include the determination of purchasing specifications, product and recipe testing and menu development.
Ensure recipes and portion specifications are accurate and correctly followed.
Assist managers as needed in areas such as plate presentation and special function menu planning.
Prepare operational reports and analyses setting forth progress / adverse trends and make appropriate recommendations.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein; which includes disciplinary actions up to and including termination.
Attend all meetings deemed necessary by the Executive Management, General Manager, Human Resources, and Director of Food and Beverage.
Manage all kitchen employees and be responsible for the performance, management and hiring of the employees within that department.