Executive Chef - Casino jobs in Arkansas

The Opportunity

Delaware North Gaming is searching for a skilled Sous Chef to join our team at Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas. This role will be responsible for managing all food preparation for weekly catered events and Black Diamond VIP guests, ensuring everything leaving your kitchen is representative of the high standards that exist within Delaware North.

Our commitment to quality and innovation is matched only by our dedication to our team members' growth and success. The opportunities for career development are endless - from mentor-ships with renowned chefs to comprehensive training programs, your culinary career can heat up with a global hospitality company that operates in landmark locations. A career in the gaming industry puts you right in the center of the action. In a fast-paced setting supported by a truly collaborative team, this job opportunity is a winner!

Pay

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $56900 - $76800 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Benefits

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

Responsibilities

• Assist in hiring, development, training, and mentoring of team and act as a resource to them
• Coach, counsel, and assist in conducting performance evaluations of the production team
• Assist in developing training and training programs for the production team
• Assist in menu design and recipe costing
• Monitor staffing levels to minimize cost and increase productivity, recommend staffing needs according to business levels
• Maintain a team-oriented atmosphere

Qualifications

• Three years' culinary arts experience, including previous experience in a management role. More specifically experience in high-volume, quality-oriented restaurant or banquets department
• Excellent volume cooking skills, presentation skills, and palette
• Strong leadership and management skills working with a variety of team members of different skill levels and varied backgrounds
• Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, and the kitchen computer production system
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, and good listening skills
• Ability to handle many tasks at once and effectiveness in a fast-paced work environment with good decision-making skills and ability to pro-actively make changes as needed
• Ability to work flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
• No degree required

Shift Details

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Evenings as needed
Weekends
8 hour shift
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Event based

Who We Are

Southland Casino Racing, owned and operated by Delaware North, features more than 1,500 slot machines, live blackjack, craps and roulette tables, live greyhound racing and simulcast wagering. Southland is located in West Memphis, Arkansas, only a short drive from downtown Memphis, Tennessee.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.