Sous Chef (2330)

Elk Creek Casino; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiowa Casino seeks a dedicated Sous Chef (2330) to support the Executive Chef in leading a fine-dining steakhouse kitchen. You will participate in budgeting, recipe development, and staff scheduling while maintaining high standards of quality and safety across daily operations.

You will create menus, control costs, and mentor line cooks to ensure exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment. Prior supervisory experience in fine dining is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary arts or related field required.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic budgeting, menu planning and cost control knowledge beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen staff under Executive Chef guidance.
• Create menus and pricing for steakhouse offerings.
• Develop recipe cards to analyze food costs.
• Order ingredients and specify products for Steakhouse menu.
• Schedule kitchen staff weekly with Executive Chef approval.
• Ensure food preparation meets quality and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory and storage to minimize waste.
• Oversee training and performance of kitchen staff.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Budgeting

Food safety

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sous Chef (2330)# Sous Chef (2330)Operations Authority - Devol, OK 73531## Description## SUMMARYThe Sous Chef position will assist the Executive Chef. Assist in budgeting food, labor and other costs and monitor actual financial results. Take corrective action as necessary to help assure that financial goals are met. Regularly create unique dishes and menu items for daily features and specialty events, and as called upon in consultation with guests to meet dietary restrictions and palate preferences. All duties are to be performed within the guidelines of the organization's policies and procedures, tribal regulations, and all federal/state laws, as needed.## ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES1. All Team Members must embrace and deliver Kiowa's Guest Service Standards to every Guest on every shift, as outlined in Orientation, the Team Member Handbook, SOP's, and any other related training.2. Ensure an exceptional level of service and satisfaction is achieved throughout the properties, exceeding the expectations of external and internal Guests alike in a timely and effective manner.3. Create menus including pricing for the Steakhouse in conjunction with the Executive Chef.4. Create recipe cards to determine food costs of each menu item.5. Specify food products to be used in the preparation of the Steakhouse menu.6. Create weekly work schedule of the kitchen staff for the Executive Chefs approval.7. Prepare menu items, stay current on fine dining menus, popular customer requests, and successful pairings.8. Monitor food preparation and storage to ensure quality and Food Safety Codes are being followed.9. Monitor cleanliness, kitchen equipment repairs and storage so to be compliant with Food Safety regulations.10. Set and Monitor inventory in conjunction with the Executive Chef to ensure product is available for operating hours and to minimize spoilage.11. Inspect and correct the work of the Steakhouse kitchen staff.12. Ensure all Steakhouse kitchen staff are properly trained in food preparation, safety, and sanitation.13. Assist the Executive Chef with hiring, training, performance evaluations and Disciplining team members with concurrence of the Director, GM, and HR Director.14. Assist with monthly inventory, product orders, or as needed items.15. Must adhere to the safety rules and regulations of the Kiowa Casino and safety/sanitation standards for food and operations.16. Perform additional duties or projects, as assigned.*The list of essential job functions is illustrative of the minimums ONLY and is not a* *c**omprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all the dutie**s* *listed as th**e* *maximum expectation**,* *nor does it necessarily list all pos**s**ibl**e* *duti**e**s that may b**e* *assigned**.*## JOB DEMANDS**Physical**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Conditions in this job may require exposure to extreme heat or cold and/or equipment, tools, or chemicals that can be hazardous if not handled or disposed of properly. Job requirements include ability to lift, move, carry, and balance heavy objects and involve standing and walking for hours at a time.While performing the job duties, the employee is required to maneuver in all areas of casino and related entity locations when necessary. Ability to talk, hear, stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and move freely throughout the offices and between buildings or properties for the duration of work hours. Frequently required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms, including lift,carry, push, pull, or move objects, or boxes, up to 75 pounds. Visual acuity to discern and examine text, graphics, color, and symmetry. Speech to communicate clearly, express ideas and convey information in an understandable manner. Ability to hear for listening comprehension and to understand ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and examine documents, records and files. Must be able to maintain repetitive wrist motions and operate computer or other equipment for extended periods of time. Must be able to move and maneuver a full keg if needed.*Confer with Human Resources for additional information, as needed.*## MentalSocial perceptiveness to assess and understand other's reactions and behavior. Critical thinking to use logic and reasoning, to reach conclusions or optional solutions. Comprehension in assessing, analyzing and processing alpha, numeric and visual data, and the ability to accurately formulate or complete required documents. Mental capacity to monitor sometimes complex situations, to make quick decisions, tolerate stress, and/or conduct tasks under critical deadlines. Ability to concentrate on task over a period of time without being distracted and work continuously on computers or other devices.## Work EnvironmentThe characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the job functions. Work in, or visit offices, casino operations, assigned outlet, hotel, kitchen, meeting space, convention center, gaming floor, motor vehicle, various amenities, and/or additional entity locations, or external environments, as related to business. Environment includes exposure to second-hand smoke, high noise level, bright lights, and sometimes fluctuating temperatures or weather conditions. Must be able to work irregular or additional hours or shifts, including holidays or weekends, as assigned, in order to meet business needs.*Success in this position will require ongoing knowledge and application of the organization's key performance indicators* that *include but ore* not *limited* to *interpersonal and communication skills, change management and teamwork, customer service and satisfaction, integrity, and dependability.*## Qualifications## QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, and/or ability required## EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE* + Associate degree in culinary arts or related field and at least 3 years of experience as a supervisory level chef (at least 1 year of which must be in a fine dining establishment) or an equivalent combination of education, experience, or training. + High School diploma or GED is required. + Mid-level computer proficiencies, specifically Microsoft Office, internal business software and related products. + Demonstrable knowledge of classical and volume cooking techniques, recipes, and proper kitchen procedures. + Basic knowledge of budgeting, fine dining menu items, and current culinary trends. + Experience in managing multiple outlets preferred. + Knowledge of gaming industry policies and practices preferred.## REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS & ABILITIES* + Must be at least 21 years of age. + Regular and reliable attendance. + Accurate, highly organized administrative abilities with good planning skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. + Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interface with executives, guests, and team members. + Ability to maintain confidentiality. + Ability to create strong teams and foster team member engagement. + Ability to work cooperatively with departments and all team members. + Excellent ability to handle sensitive documents and confidential matters. + Excellent ability in establishing priorities and meeting deadlines, including response times to correspondence and/or specific requests. + Ability to independently manage multiple tasks in a professional manner. + Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.## SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has supervisory responsibilities for Steakhouse Kitchen.## LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS* + Ability to obtain and maintain Gaming License is required. + Key positions require knowledge and application of Title 31 reporting requirements. + Must have the ability to pass comprehensive background check and drug test. + Certification in ServSafe food safety program or equivalent.