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Sous Chef

Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Claremore, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 5/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026
Job Description

This position assists in overseeing all food storage, preparation, and production. The Sous Chef is responsible for controlling kitchen operations, including managing food and labor costs. A key part of the role is ensuring the quality and presentation of all food items, adhering to recipes and portion controls, and maintaining a clean and well-maintained kitchen. The Sous Chef also acts as a leader, providing training and team building for kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with overseeing all food storage, preparation, and production.
  • Oversee kitchen operations, including managing labor costs and food costs.
  • Ensure excellent quality of food and proper presentation.
  • Enforce portion control, adherence to recipes, and timely food production.
  • Ensure proper rotation, storage, and maintenance of all food inventory.
  • Uphold cleanliness and maintenance standards for the kitchen and all equipment.
  • Operate large kitchen equipment such as a dish machine, floor buffer, kettles, tilt skillets, and rotary ovens.
  • Provide leadership and training for all kitchen employees.
  • Promote a fun, friendly, quick, comfortable, clean, and safe environment.

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree and at least 3 years of related experience in full-service establishments with multiple food outlets, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a SERV Safe certification.
  • Ability to obtain a state-issued alcoholic beverage license.

About Us

For more than two decades, Cherokee Casino has been Oklahoma’s premier destination for gaming, live entertainment and extraordinary experiences. The brand currently owns and operates nine properties across Northeastern Oklahoma. Each features its own unique offerings yet all share in Cherokee Casino's commitment to quality.

Guests can enjoy slots and table games, multiple hotels, a delicious array of dining options, live entertainment from local and national acts, horse racing, golf, a KOA campground, meeting and event space, and monthly promotions. Cherokee Casino also offers players impressive perks and benefits through One Star Rewards. As the brand continues to expand its offerings and footprint, Cherokee Casino remains dedicated to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home.

Here's What Awaits You

  • Health & Wellness:  Choose from top-notch health plans,  24/7 Telemedicine access , and  on-site health clinics  (at select locations).
  • Financial Security:  Grow your future with a generous  401(k) match  and  paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.
  • Work-Life Balance:  Enjoy  flexible spending accounts ,  maternity/ paternity leave , and  voluntary benefits  for added peace of mind.
  • And More:  Earn  incentives  based on performance,  refer friends  and get rewarded, and enjoy  discounts  and  holiday appreciation gifts .

About The Team

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country . As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.

Step Into a World Of Possibilities

  • Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms .
  • Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.
  • Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic.
  • Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home . We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.

Company:Cherokee Nation Entertainment

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