Third shift- Sous Chef
About The Position
Our mission is to be Waukegan's top gaming and entertainment hub, renowned for our exceptional hospitality and guest experience. We prioritize our team's development and well-being, offering career advancement opportunities, and a culture of enjoyment and fulfillment in the workplace. With a focus on growth and excellence, we're on the lookout for adaptable, coachable individuals who share our passion for hospitality. Join us for a journey of growth and success in Lake County’s fastest-growing industry. Sous Chefs are responsible for overseeing the daily production of the kitchen. They are in charge of completing food orders, prep lists and helping with staffing of the kitchen. Sous Chefs are there to help uphold American Place Casino F&B standards and support the Executive Chef as well as the entire team, both front and back of house. Sous Chefs will be responsible for the actions of all BOH hourly employees on their shift to make sure that the standards of the Executive Chef are being upheld.
Requirements
- Sous Chefs must possess a working knowledge of the systems used within our company.
- In particular the Sous Chef must be proficient in the following:
- Opening and closing procedures
- Food knowledge
- Health and Sanitation Standards
- Proper cooking techniques and knife skills
- Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary certifications and/or licenses as required by local gaming regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual a plus
Responsibilities
- Participate in and oversee daily prep for all outlets
- Perform daily line checks to ensure quality and consistency
- Assist in training front and back of house staff on any specials
- Assist in making sure banquets are prepped and executed to the Chefs standards
- Maintaining the cleanliness and organizations of all walk-ins and all storage areas
- Maintain company standards of quality and cleanliness
- Follow all health and safety regulations
- Perform daily sanitation walk throughs to ensure compliance
- Actively participate in daily operations which includes working the restaurant line and wherever else is needed
- Assist Executive Chef in hiring/training all cooks
- Assist Executive Chef in properly staffing all hours of operation in all BOH outlets
- Participate in interviewing and hiring based on staffing levels established by the Executive Chef
- Mentoring all BOH staff to be their best in preserving the quality of food that comes out of the kitchen
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
