Sous Chef - Banquets

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

401K starting day one

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, MN, is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef to lead culinary execution for events from intimate gatherings to large-scale affairs. You will mentor staff, maintain high standards, and thrive in a fast-paced environment while delivering memorable dining experiences.

Enjoy weekly pay, health benefits, and 401K starting day one as part of our Food & Beverage team, with opportunities to grow within the operation.

Qualifications

• Five years of culinary education/experience combination.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation, quality control, recipe interpretation and prep duties.
• Must complete a formal tasting audition.
• Basic keyboard/data entry skills.
• Certified Food Service Manager or ability to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist in food preparation for events.
• Interview, hire, and promote team members; plan training and development with HR, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Manage culinary operations for the assigned shift/outlet.
• Ensure quality and consistency of food products.
• Ensure proper sanitation of all equipment.
• Ensure compliance with prescribed food safety standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

English proficiency

Sanitation knowledge

Tasting audition

Data entry

Food safety certification

Education

Culinary education

Certified Food Service Manager

Job 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 EXPERIENCE required in order to meet the 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 uniforms and 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.