Lead Sous Chef — Non-Profit Kitchen, High Standards

Sagchip; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Supervisor to oversee culinary teams under the Food & Beverage Chef. You will ensure HACCP compliance, maintain sanitation, supervise the line staff, and assist with department reporting and scheduling.

The role requires 3+ years kitchen experience with at least 1 year in supervision, a culinary degree (ACF preferred), and ServSafe certification, with Native American preference applied. Gaming license eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years kitchen experience in a quality operation, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Must pass house training and culinary competency tests (65%/70%).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming license for employment eligibility.
• Must pass ServSafe certification.
• Native American preference applies to all positions.
• Knowledge of HACCP, sanitation, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure HACCP, quality, safety, recipe adherence, prep and pull, production lists, and training.
• Maintain all sanitation rules and regulations.
• Supervise area personnel.
• Assist Department Chef with reporting, attendance, and timekeeping.
• Estimate food costs and manage inventory and ordering procedures.
• Direct assignment of personnel for shifts.
• Investigate and resolve food quality and service complaints as needed.
• Oversee inventory control, rotation of products, and cooler maintenance.
• Schedule Culinary Shift Supervisor and oversee line staff schedules.
• Ensure foods are prepared with top taste and presentation standards.
• Provide excellent customer service for internal and external guests.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor at all times.

Skills

Supervising staff

Food safety HACCP

Quality control

Effective communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree from an ACF accredited school

Job description

Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Supervisor to oversee culinary teams under the Food & Beverage Chef. You will ensure HACCP compliance, maintain sanitation, supervise the line staff, and assist with department reporting and scheduling.

The role requires 3+ years kitchen experience with at least 1 year in supervision, a culinary degree (ACF preferred), and ServSafe certification, with Native American preference applied. Gaming license eligibility is required.