Lead Restaurant Sous Chef - Fast-Paced, High-Volume Kitchen

Ho-Chunk, Inc.; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match andimmediate

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Quarterly incentive program

Job summary

WarHorse Gaming Omaha Restaurant is seeking a Restaurant Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and lead the culinary team to deliver high-quality, well-presented dishes.

You will supervise, train and coach staff, monitor portion control and food safety, assist with menu development, inventory, and cost controls to ensure an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of kitchen experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred; equivalent education and/or relevant experience may be considered.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team-development skills.
• Thorough knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, sanitation practices, and food safety standards.
• Ability to effectively lead and perform in a fast-paced, high-volume culinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Executive Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations and supervision.
• Ensures recipes and presentation standards are followed.
• Oversees inventory, costs, and wastage controls.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Team development

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

WarHorse Gaming Omaha Restaurant is seeking a Restaurant Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and lead the culinary team to deliver high-quality, well-presented dishes.

You will supervise, train and coach staff, monitor portion control and food safety, assist with menu development, inventory, and cost controls to ensure an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.