Sous Chef

Soboba Casino • San Jacinto, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sous Chef is responsible for supervising and monitoring the daily operations of the Culinary Department/area. This role ensures the timely completion of all projects related tasks, in accordance with established procedures. The Sous Chef participates in the development and implementation of the department’s staffing/scheduling plan and provides direction to subordinates on improving job performance, contributing feedback to the Team Member performance review.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age, or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of line level cook experience in specialized culinary and training in food services for a full service or fine dining restaurant, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of lead/ supervisory experience working in a kitchen, required.
• Firm understanding and practical application of health and safety standards and laws.
• Possess strong interpersonal and organization skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and restaurant software programs.
• 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.
• Required to have a valid Riverside County Food Handler Card and / or ServSafe Certification, or obtain same upon hiring.
• TIPS certification, which can be obtained through on-site courses.
• Must be able to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States of America.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree or higher from a culinary institute or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Ensure all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
• Provides orientation and departmental rules, policies and procedures and oversee training of new kitchen team members.
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms and reports in an organized and timely manner.
• Ensure all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following preventative maintenance programs.
• Ensure all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications.
• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures.
• Ability to work all areas stations.
• Adhere to all sanitation, safety, and food preparation laws and regulations.
• 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 Chef in monitoring training of new team members to help them achieve higher status.
• Assist Chef to monitor and enforce company and departmental safety policies, health department, and all other applicable.
• Assist management in 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.
• Assist in daily operation of the kitchen as needed.
• Provides all line staff with the necessary tools and equipment for safe food handling.
• Assist in planning, preparing and serving of all food items and menus.
• Train kitchen staff on the execution of said items.

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: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees