Chef Sous- Full Time, Cafe (Harrah's SoCal)

Caesars Entertainment; Valley Center (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment is seeking a full-time Chef Sous for Harrah's Resort Southern California in Valley Center, CA. The ideal candidate will supervise food preparation and uphold quality standards in a high-volume kitchen. A two-year culinary degree and a minimum of four years in food preparation are preferred.

This role demands strong supervisory skills, the ability to coordinate tasks, and compliance with safety regulations. The position offers a $65k annual salary depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years food preparation in a high-volume establishment.
• Must be able to obtain a San Diego County Food Handler’s Card.
• Must be able to work long hours, any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the preparation of food in assigned kitchen.
• Maintains facilities and equipment in clean and operable condition.
• Handles employees’ complaints or grievances.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Ability to coordinate multiple tasks

Strong leadership skills

Education

Two-year culinary degree

Job description

Chef Sous- Full Time, Cafe (Harrah's SoCal)

Valley Center, CA, United States (On-site)

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Job Summary

Two-year culinary degree preferred. Minimum of four years food preparation in a high-volume establishment. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks. Ability to implement strategic vision and plans into day-to-day operations. Must demonstrate supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the preparation of food in assigned kitchen.
• Performs frequent checks of assigned food preparation areas and assists in food production when volume requires.
• Assists in the maintenance of prescribed standards for quality, quantity and appearance of food prepared in assigned area through effective guidance, counseling, and instruction of assigned personnel.
• Assigns stations and breaks for subordinate personnel and directs their work activity.
• Maintains an adequate supply of food stock for the needs of assigned kitchens; controls ordering to eliminate waste; keeps sanitary conditions at acceptable standards.
• Encourages cooperation between assigned food preparation personnel and food service personnel to insure quick and efficient service from the kitchen.
• Maintains facilities and equipment in clean and operable condition.
• Performs inspections of assigned areas as directed.
• Prepares and presents periodic performance appraisals of assigned personnel and recommends promotions or wage increases to Specialty Chef.
• Counsels, coaches, guides, and develops assigned personnel in the performance of their duties.
• Provides for safety and security.
• Handles employees’ complaints or grievances.
• Recommends disciplinary action or disciplines employees.
• Supervises and monitors workload of direct reports.
• Monitors legal compliance with federal, state, and gaming laws.

Qualifications

• Two-year culinary degree preferred.
• Minimum of four years food preparation in a high-volume establishment.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks.
• Ability to implement strategic vision and plans into day-to-day operations.
• Must demonstrate supervisory skills.
• Must be able to obtain a San Diego County Food Handler’s Card.
• Strong leadership skills are necessary.
• Must be able to work long hours, any day of the week, and any shift including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the kitchen and food service areas.
• Must be able to tolerate high, humid temperatures in excess of 115 degrees.
• Must be able to tolerate chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds in a cart.
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and stack.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations.
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise levels, illumination, crowds, and air quality, including secondhand smoke.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English and conduct conversations with peers in a distinctive and persuasive manner.

Pay: $65k per year, depending on experience

Preference is given to qualified Rincon tribal members and members of other federally recognized tribes.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Harrah's Resort Southern California will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, and where a conflict exists between the position and an individual’s religious beliefs or practices. Harrah's Resort Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harrah's Resort Southern California will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectionate orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.

Job Info

• Job Identification 85573
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Harrah's Resort Southern California (On-site)