Creative Sous Chef — Menu Innovation & Guest Experience

Wind Creek Chicago; East Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

FSA

401(k) with match

Shift differential pay

Discretionary quarterly bonus

Job summary

Wind Creek Chicago is seeking a Sous Chef to manage all aspects of food production in our Food and Beverage department. You will lead kitchen staff, develop menus, and ensure fast, friendly service to guests and teammates.

The role reports to the Room Chef and emphasizes culinary passion, creativity, and guest interaction. Requirements include a GED or higher, an Associate’s Degree or equivalent supervisory experience, and ServSafe or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or in progress with 6 months to complete GED
• Associate’s Degree in related field is required
• Two years’ Supervisory experience in a culinary environment required
• Two years’ experience in the hiring department or PCI Gaming Department preferred
• Must pass a timed food presentation
• SerV Safe certification or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Ensures all food products meet specifications and standards
• Checks quality of raw and cooked food
• Trains cooks and kitchen staff in menu preparation
• Manages production and staffing schedules based on guest volume
• Plans menus with Room Chef and controls food costs
• Maintains sanitary, safe kitchen environment
• Completes daily financial tools and reports
• Communicates variances from standards to Culinary Room Chef

Skills

Leadership

Guest interaction

Food safety knowledge

Education

Associate’s Degree in related field

Job description

Wind Creek Chicago is seeking a Sous Chef to manage all aspects of food production in our Food and Beverage department. You will lead kitchen staff, develop menus, and ensure fast, friendly service to guests and teammates.

The role reports to the Room Chef and emphasizes culinary passion, creativity, and guest interaction. Requirements include a GED or higher, an Associate’s Degree or equivalent supervisory experience, and ServSafe or equivalent certification.