Rooftop Sous Chef — Lead, Create & Elevate Fine Dining

Graton Resort & Casino; Rohnert Park (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aya Sous Chef at Graton Resort & Casino's Rooftop Restaurant plays a pivotal leadership role in a fast-paced, high-volume setting, delivering refined, consistent dishes through hands-on culinary skill.

Working with the Rooftop Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, recipe execution, inventory, and cost control while promoting safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Five years of culinary experience in related fields.
• At least one year of restaurant management experience in a similar cuisine/volume.
• Strong understanding of profit and loss, cost control, budgeting, and inventory.
• Ability to train, supervise, and lead kitchen staff effectively.
• Must maintain high standards of sanitation and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth production, service, and teamwork.
• Develop and refine recipes that align with Graton's brand and guest expectations.
• Ensure high food quality, consistency, and proper portion control.
• Manage production by forecasting events and coordinating prep.
• Maintain inventory and support cost control, budgeting, and financial forecasting.

Skills

Culinary experience

Restaurant management

Cost control

Team leadership

Food safety

Job description

The Aya Sous Chef at Graton Resort & Casino's Rooftop Restaurant plays a pivotal leadership role in a fast-paced, high-volume setting, delivering refined, consistent dishes through hands-on culinary skill.

Working with the Rooftop Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, recipe execution, inventory, and cost control while promoting safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.