Executive Sous Chef

Quechan Casino Resort; Winterhaven (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Quechan Casino Resort is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary team and lead our high-volume, fast-paced kitchen operations, delivering exceptional food and guest experiences.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of progressive culinary experience, including two years in supervision, with a formal culinary degree or equivalent. Strong leadership, food safety knowledge, and ability to train and mentor staff are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Min 5 years progressive culinary experience, with 2+ in supervision (Sous Chef preferred).
• Formal culinary degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-volume kitchen operations and maintain quality and standards.
• Train, mentor and develop kitchen staff to achieve performance goals.
• Collaborate with culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff training

Food safety

High-volume kitchen

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an Executive Sous Chefto join our culinary team that creates our dynamic dining experiences!
Quechan Casino Resort is seeking an experienced and motivated Executive Sous Chef to help lead our high-volume, high-energy kitchen operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and memorable guest experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of five years of progressive culinary experience, including at least two years in a supervisory role, preferably as a Sous Chef.
A formal culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary experience is required, along with a strong understanding of kitchen operations, food preparation techniques, and industry best practices.
Candidates should possess thorough knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards, demonstrated leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to train, mentor, and develop team members.
Success in this role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional quality and operational standards.

Source: Hospitality Online