Dining Room Sous Chef - Menu & Team Leadership

Graton Resort & Casino; Rohnert Park (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Graton Resort and Casino in California is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to act as second in command in the kitchen, supporting the Room Chef with daily operations and menu development.

You will lead Team Members, ensure health and safety standards, manage inventory, and contribute to budgeting and cost controls to meet financial goals. This role requires strong leadership, seasonal menu planning, and collaboration with other culinary outlets.

Qualifications

• Develop new menus based on seasons and guest preferences.
• Maintain health, safety and sanitation standards across kitchens.
• Lead and mentor team members to meet service standards.

Responsibilities

• Promote company culture and service standards at all times.
• Develop new menu options based on seasons.
• Follow health, safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Support line cooks and assist with meal planning.
• Monitor inventory and place orders.
• Conduct monthly inventory of food and beverages.
• Maintain quality control of products and presentation.
• Ensure kitchens and equipment comply with health guidelines.
• Lead and mentor Team Members; coach underperformers.
• Assist in budgeting and cost controls to meet financial goals.

Skills

Menu development

Inventory control

Staff supervision

Health & safety

Job description

Graton Resort and Casino in California is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to act as second in command in the kitchen, supporting the Room Chef with daily operations and menu development.

You will lead Team Members, ensure health and safety standards, manage inventory, and contribute to budgeting and cost controls to meet financial goals. This role requires strong leadership, seasonal menu planning, and collaboration with other culinary outlets.