Sous Chef - Banquets

Ultipro; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

401(k) starting day one

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mystic Lake Casino in Prior Lake, MN is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef to lead culinary execution for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions. You will coach staff, ensure high standards, and maintain quality and consistency across menus.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, adaptability, and mentoring within a fast-paced environment. Weekly pay, health benefits, 401(k) starting day one, and advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Five years of culinary education and/or cooking experience to meet job expectations.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation practices, quality control, recipe interpretation and prep duties.
• Must complete a formal tasting audition.
• Basic computer keyboard skills for simple data entry or information retrieval.
• Certified Food Service Manager certificate or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and assists in the preparation of food products.
• Interviews, selects, hires, and promotes team members; plans training and development with HR and completes performance appraisals.
• Manages culinary operations of the outlet for the assigned shift.
• Ensures quality and consistency of food products.
• Ensures proper sanitation of all equipment.
• Ensures compliance with all prescribed food standards.

Skills

Five years culinary experience

English literacy

Sanitation knowledge

Tasting audition

Basic data entry

Certified Food Service Manager

Education

Culinary education or cooking experience

Tools

POS/data entry tools

Job description

Mystic Lake Casino
Prior Lake, MN 55372, USA

Description

Come join our Food and Beverage Team as our Banquet Sous Chef! In this role, you will help lead culinary execution for everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale events while maintaining high standards for quality and consistency. The perfect fit is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and enjoys mentoring and developing those around them. If you are organized, adaptable, and passionate about creating memorable experiences through food – we are looking for you! Enjoy weekly pay, health benefits, and 401K starting day one. Whatever your career goals may be, let Mystic Lake Casino help get you there!

Job Overview:Manages culinary operation for assigned shift. Prepares and directs staff in the preparation of food products according to department standards. Supports culinary operation in providing high quality food that enhances the guest’s dining experience which drives repeat business.

Empower Your Future: The Work You’ll Lead:

• Prepares and assists in the preparation of food products.
• Interviews, selects, hires, and promotes team members; plans training and development in conjunction with Human Resources Development, and completes performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Manages culinary operations of outlet for assigned shift.
• Ensures quality and consistency of food products.
• Ensures proper sanitation of all equipment.
• Ensures compliance with all prescribed food

Job Requirements:

Reflects MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCErequired in orderto meetthe expectations of this job:

• Any combination of culinary education and/or cooking experience to equal five years.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation practices, quality control, recipe interpretation and prep duties.
• Must complete formal tasting audition.
• Basic knowledge of computer keyboard for simple data entry or information retrieval.
• Certified Food Service Manager Certificate or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks:Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits, and advancement opportunities at the SMSC Gaming Enterprise. Eligible Team Members are offered a comprehensive benefits package include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniformsand free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.

Who We Are:We're not just in the business of entertainment; we're in the business of crafting unforgettable experiences. We believe in the power of possibility, to unite and uplift, rallying around every triumph, big and small.At Mystic Lake and Little Six, every moment is a chance to be the experience.

Different backgrounds, different strengths, and different passions, we value the diversity that everyone brings to the table. Our values are a direct reflection of the diverse communities that we proudly serve, represent, and invest in. We invite you to the place to learn, grow, thrive and lead. Let's create moments that matter, celebrate diversity, and build a brighter future for all.

Be the Experience. Be Bold. Be Mystic.

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