Ambitious Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen Ops & Training

Magnolia Bluffs Casino; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnolia Bluffs Casino in Natchez, MS is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to assist the Exec Chef and lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality and plate presentation on all Ala Carte items.

You will train staff, manage hot and cold stations, control food cost, and uphold health codes while coordinating with culinary, service and stewarding teams.

Two to four years of experience and a culinary school degree are preferred; high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Culinary School Degree preferred.
• Two to four years of kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Exec Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen and coordinate with Culinary, Team Cafeteria and Stewarding staff.
• Coordinate production of Ala Carte foods and ensure quality meets menu and plating specifications.
• Train, prepare and cook foods on hot and cold line stations with culinary staff.
• Assist in menu item prep while maintaining station inventories and par levels; conduct period end inventories.
• Assign duties to culinary staff for efficient kitchen operation as directed by the Restaurant Chef.
• Inspect and select fresh ingredients while keeping food costs in line.
• Communicate with Food and Beverage staff and uphold health department codes.
• Document discipline as applicable and perform other duties as assigned.
• Promote outstanding customer relations.

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary School Degree

Job description

Magnolia Bluffs Casino in Natchez, MS is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to assist the Exec Chef and lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality and plate presentation on all Ala Carte items.

You will train staff, manage hot and cold stations, control food cost, and uphold health codes while coordinating with culinary, service and stewarding teams.

Two to four years of experience and a culinary school degree are preferred; high school diploma is required.