Sous Chef - Front Yard

Ellis Island Casino; Nevada; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k) plan after 6 months

Job summary

Ellis Island Casino in Las Vegas is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations in a fast-paced casino environment. You will supervise and coach kitchen staff, uphold food safety standards, and drive consistency in plating while optimizing food costs and inventory.

Innovation and teamwork are essential to elevate our menu and guest experience. Required: at least 1 year as a Sous Chef in a high-volume setting, Nevada Health Card, and availability to work evenings, weekends, and

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef or similar high-volume kitchen role.
• Must possess a Nevada Health Card.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support in all aspects of kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise, train, and coach kitchen staff to maintain a collaborative environment.
• Contribute to menu ideas using seasonal ingredients and guest preferences.
• Ensure consistency and presentation of all dishes to high standards.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering, and manage food costs.
• Participate in weekly inventory counts to maintain stock levels.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation regulations and keep a clean kitchen.
• Address kitchen challenges in a fast-paced casino setting.
• Create staff schedules to optimize performance during peak hours.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food preparation

Cooking skills

Team motivation

Communication

Education

NV Health Card

Job description

Category:

Food and Beverage

Status:

Exempt

Reports To:

Director of Food and Beverage and General Manager

Job Description

We're seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to support managing our kitchen operations. The Sous Chef will be able to excel in a fast-paced environment, possess a passion for culinary arts, and have outstanding leadership skills. You'll play a key role in ensuring our kitchen runs smoothly while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Basic Life Insurance (included with the dental plan)
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Combo plan covering accidents, hospitalizations, and critical illnesses
• Paid time off
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k)-retirement plan (after 6 months of successful employment)

Location

In-person in Las Vegas, NV, 89109: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Responsibilities

• Support in all aspects of kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise, train, and coach kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance our menu, incorporating seasonal ingredients and guest preferences.
• Ensure the consistency and presentation of all dishes, upholding our restaurant's standards.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering supplies, and manage food costs effectively.
• Participate in weekly inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels of food and supplies, ensuring efficient restaurant operations.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.
• Address any kitchen challenges that arise and adapt to the fast-paced demands of a casino environment.
• Create staff schedules to optimize performance during peak hours.

Skills / Experience

• At least 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar high-volume kitchen role, preferably in a restaurant or casino setting.
• Must possess a Nevada Health Card.
• Strong ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• A genuine enthusiasm for culinary arts and a commitment to delivering high-quality dishes.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Bonus Skills / Experience

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, with strong communication skills to effectively engage with our diverse team and guests.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Previous experience working in a casino setting is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work indoors and move throughout the property, lift, bend/kneel & work outdoors less than 25% of the time.
• Hearing, vision, speech, and literacy are critical required skills.
• Ability to work in environments that are smoky, noisy, hot, cold, or humid.
• Carry service trays overhead.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions required for this position. Duties and/or responsibilities may be subject to revision to meet business needs.

Core Values

• Service - Personalized, warm, and consistently exceptional customer service.
• Value - Committed to deliver quality products for great prices.
• Growth - Promote personal development and growth for all team members.
• Family - Create a family-like environment by staying close to our guests and our team members.
• Passion - Work with passion and enthusiasm every day.

Position Requirements

About the Organization Ellis Island Casino, Hotel & Brewery, our 16 Village Pub locations, Mt Charleston Lodge, and our sister companies, Marker Trax and KOIN, are committed to providing the best goods and services to our guests and clients. Our casino and food and beverage locations are home to some of Las Vegas's most recognized food, beverages, hospitality, and entertainment! Not only do we serve the highest quality food, but we've been voted the #1 Best Microbrewery of Las Vegas and have the #1 Best Karaoke of Las Vegas. Marker Trax is a patented casino advance line system that provides technology solutions to casinos to make the gaming experience more convenient and accessible to players. KOIN offers a full-service financial wallet and integrated payment solution, and aims to provide a convenient, secure and flexible payment solution for both consumers and businesses. EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.