SOUS CHEF

Happy-Valley-Casino; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Insurance Options

Retirement Options

Employee Assistance Program

National and Local Discounts

Job summary

Happy Valley Casino in State College, PA, is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and to lead culinary team members in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

This full-time role requires 3+ years of food prep and supervisory experience, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to manage inventory, costs, and quality across menu items. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of food preparation experience, with prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operation and communicate needs to staff.
• Coordinate production of à la carte items and ensure quality meets specs.
• Train, prepare, and cook with culinary team to support all stations.
• Maintain inventories, costs, par levels, and end-period counts.
• Assist in assigning duties to culinary staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations and standards.
• Promote exceptional guest service and collaboration with Food and Beverage teams.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary School degree preferred

Job description

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SOUS CHEF

Active - Non Union Salary full-time State College, PA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2968

Salary: $52,000.00 Annually

Right in the heart of State College, PA you will find the newest entertainment destination. Happy Valley Casino has taken over in The Nittany Mall, bringing the area its first ever gaming facility! With two dining options, cocktail service, 30+ table games and over 1,000 slot machines, we are sure to be the number one entertainment destination in The Happy Valley!

We are currently seeking talented individuals to join our team that will provide State College with the best customer service and gaming experience possible! Our current opening is for a Sous Chef. This position will report directly to the Executive Chef, and will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Executive Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen, including communicating daily needs, requirements, and expectations to Culinary, Team Cafeteria, and Stewarding staff.
• Coordinating the production of à la carte menu items and partnering with the Executive Chef to ensure food quality meets established menu and plating specifications.
• Training, preparing, and cooking alongside culinary team members to support effective operation of all hot and cold line stations.
• Assisting with menu item preparation while maintaining workstation inventories, high-cost product controls, par levels, and period-end inventory counts.
• Assigning and communicating detailed duties to culinary staff, as directed by the Executive Chef, to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Inspecting, selecting, and utilizing the freshest and highest-quality ingredients, including fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, and poultry, while maintaining food cost objectives.
• Effectively communicating and collaborating with all Food and Beverage team members.
• Ensuring production and stewarding operations comply with all local and state health department regulations and standards.
• Recommending and documenting disciplinary actions, as appropriate, in accordance with company policies.
• Promoting exceptional guest service and outstanding customer relations.
• Performing additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The successful candidate for this role will possess the following:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Culinary School degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of food preparation experience, with prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods of 6-8+ hours.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.

Happy Valley Casino is not just a fun place to work. We ensure our employees are rewarded with optimal benefits to meet your daily needs.

As a full time employee you will receive:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Wide Variety of Voluntary Insurance Options
• Retirement Options

All of our dedicated team members will enjoy the following fringe benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited Access to National and Local Discounts
• Free Employee Dining
• Robust Employee Recognition Program
• PTO Schedules That Promote Work/Life Balance

Casino employees may be required to obtain a Pennsylvania Gaming License. Cost of license is covered by Happy Valley Casino.

Saratoga Casino Holdings, LLC and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to workforce diversity. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status. The company is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities that request such accommodations.