Area Chef – Sunrise Square

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITE Position Summary: This position assists the Chef with the day-to-day operations of the food department. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: includes but not limited to: Prepares, seasons and garnishes food in assigned area, in accordance with prescribed recipes and plating guides Orients and trains new employees in the units menu, recipes and procedures Maintains a clean and sanitary work area Assists with ordering, payroll, scheduling and provides input on performance appraisals Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: Supports culinary management in maintaining the established fiscal guidelines Assists in the supervision and training of the culinary staff Minimum Education and Qualifications: Associates’ Degree or a two year Culinary Degree Five years of culinary experience in a high volume, hospitality related food and beverage operation Previous experience in teaching, training and assisting with the supervision of producing the finest food In lieu of a degree, seven years of high volume, restaurant experience with training may be considered Competencies: Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to read recipes and follow written directions Advanced knife skills Able to produce quality work on all stations in the kitchen Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of kitchen equipment Knowledge of the Mohegan Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) as it relates to employment Training Requirements: Understanding of health and sanitation guidelines Physical Demands and Work Environment: Fast paced kitchen environment Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary. Work Shift: Regular Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity! . Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. "Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut. What began in 1996 as a gaming destination in southeastern Connecticut with a handful of Team Members has expanded into a premier entertainment enterprise with over 10,000 team members across the globe. What drives our success is the centuries-old philosophy of the Mohegan Tribe “The Spirit of Aquai”. Its principles of welcoming, mutual respect, cooperation and building relationships have shaped our culture, and serve as the foundation that we live by with every guest and team member interaction today, and for generations to come.