Sous Chef

Summary 

The Sous Chef is responsible for supervising and monitoring the daily operations of the Culinary Department/area. Ensures the timely completion of all projects related tasks, in accordance with established procedures. Participates in the development and implementation of the department’s staffing/scheduling plan. Provides direction to subordinates on improving job performance and contributes feedback to the Team Member performance review.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensure all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards. 
• Provides orientation and departmental rules, policies and procedures and oversee training of new kitchen team members. 
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms and reports in an organized and timely manner. 
• Ensure all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following preventative maintenance programs. 
• Ensure all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications. Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures. 
• Ability to work all areas stations. 
• Adhere to all sanitation, safety, and food preparation laws and regulations.
• Must be physically present to work a regular, reliable, and predictable work schedule in accordance with business demands, and maintain a consistent and regular attendance record.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities, tasks, or duties as requested. 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Assist Chef in monitoring training of new team members to help them achieve higher status.
• Assist Chef to monitor and enforce company and departmental safety policies, health department, and all other applicable.
• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Assist in daily operation of the kitchen as needed.   Provides all line staff with the necessary tools and equipment for safe food handling.
• Assist in planning, preparing and serving of all food items and menus.  Train kitchen staff on the execution of said items.

Education / Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age, or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of line level cook experience in specialized culinary and training in food services for a full service or fine dining restaurant, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of lead/ supervisory experience working in a kitchen, required. 
• Firm understanding and practical application of health and safety standards and laws.
• Possess strong interpersonal and organization skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and restaurant software programs.
• Associates Degree or higher from a culinary institute or equivalent, a plus but not required.
• Must be able to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States of America.

Certificates, licenses and registration

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Soboba Tribal Gaming Commission license. 
• Required to submit to and obtain negative results on all drug and/or alcohol testing.
• Required to have a valid Riverside County Food Handler Card and / or ServSafe Certification, or obtain same upon hiring.
• TIPS certification, which can be obtained through on-site courses.

Soboba Casino Resort Benefits

Full-time team members are eligible to participate in a variety of group health and wellness benefits upon timely submission of appropriate enrollment forms. Coverage effective dates vary by plan and additional information will be provided to you during New Hire Orientation. Benefit offerings may change from time-to-time, but presently, Soboba Casino resort offers the following:   

• 401k Plan   
• Basic Life Insurance (employer paid) with the option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance
• Medical available to employees at a significantly reduced cost. Dental & Vision paid for the employee.
• Employee Assistance Program   
• Wellness Program (Annual Health Fair, Wellness Education, and Incentive Programs)  
• Paid Time Off   

Soboba Casino Resort Team Member Recognition including, but not limited to:

• Reward and Recognition Program (Quarterly, and Annually)   
• Team member Incentives   
• Discounted Team member meal