Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the daily kitchen operations including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control, and sanitation. Oversees the activities of the kitchen staff and monitors food production and presentation. Being a Sous Chef resolves operational issues. Performs quality checks on ingredients and prepared dishes. Additionally, Sous Chef complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. May require an associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to an executive chef. The Sous Chef supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Sous Chef typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Title: Sous Chef
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Executive Sous Chef/Executive Chef
FLSA Status: Exempt
Closing Date Open Until Filled
SUMMARY: The Food and Beverage team is seeking a creative and qualified Sous Chef to motivate and train kitchen staff to reach departmental goals by accurately and easily communicating standards and cooking methods to kitchen staff. Responsible for day-to-day operations of main kitchen. Supervises and coordinates activities of Lead Line Cooks, Cooks, Utilities and other workers engaged in preparation and maintenance of quality standards. Conduct the training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control and sanitation and cleanliness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises 10 to 20 associates in the kitchen.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully complete the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand and taste or smell. The associate frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.
CERTIFICATES: Must obtain and maintain St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Work Permit License which requires a criminal background check to be used solely for employment purposes. Failure to disclose required information will result in rescinding the job offer. Successful candidates for employment must submit to and pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed. In case of a positive result, the candidate is not eligible for employment with the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino or Mohawk Bingo Palace. Employment will not begin until process is complete.
“The Mohawk Gaming Enterprise is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.”
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