Sous Chef

Hollywood Casino at The Meadows • South Strabane Township, PA

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About The Position

The Sous Chef supports culinary operations by preparing food according to recipes and procedures, maintaining food quality and cost standards, and helping manage kitchen staff and labor. The role involves maintaining a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with ServSafe guidelines and Pennsylvania state regulations, ensuring positive guest relations, and coordinating with culinary supervisors and managers to provide efficient service and properly prepared food. The position also performs culinary functions within the immediate area as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from guests.
• Ability to identify problems, collect data, analyze information, and draw valid conclusions.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate POS systems.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including walking, sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and climbing to heights in excess of 6 feet.
• Ability to lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or technical degree in Culinary Arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow all recipes and control procedures.
• Maintain consistent attendance and performance records.
• Maintain food costs within budgeted parameters.
• Control portion sizes, minimize waste, and present menu items according to specifications.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with ServSafe guidelines and Pennsylvania state regulations.
• Prepare weekly schedules and control labor costs.
• Educate, train, and manage Cooks to follow policies and standards.
• Maintain positive guest relations.
• Communicate with culinary supervisors and managers to ensure efficient service and properly prepared food.
• Perform all culinary job functions within the immediate area when necessary.

Benefits

• Wellness programs supporting financial, physical, and mental well-being.
• Day-one medical coverage may vary by position.
• 401(k) matching may vary by position.
• Annual performance bonus may vary by position.
• Paid time off earned according to local policy and increasing with length of employment.

What This Job Offers

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