SOUS CHEF - HARD ROCK CAFE

Hard Rock Casino Rockford; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading casino is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all food preparation operations while ensuring quality service and guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate will manage kitchen staff, maintain budgetary controls, and uphold food safety standards. Candidates with a culinary degree and substantial experience in the food industry will thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years food preparation experience or culinary degree.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory capacity.
• Strong budget management and guest service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation for quality and guest satisfaction.
• Hire, train, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Monitor food purchasing and inventory management.

Skills

Food Preparation

Staff Management

Guest Service

Food Safety Standards

Budget Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

8 Years of Progressive Food Preparation Experience

Supervisory Experience

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent in this position is responsible for overseeing food preparation on all shifts for an assigned food outlet to ensure quality food and guest satisfaction. Coordinates with front-of-the-house staff to ensure effective coordination of service in order to achieve Hard Rock Rockford food service goals.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent in this position is responsible for overseeing food preparation on all shifts for an assigned food outlet to ensure quality food and guest satisfaction. Coordinates with front-of-the-house staff to ensure effective coordination of service in order to achieve Hard Rock Rockford food service goals.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
• Hires, trains, motivates, evaluates, and supervises staff to ensure that team members receive adequate guidance and resources to accomplish established objectives.
• Establishes and maintains training and development procedures to ensure superior guest service standards are achieved.
• Maintains department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget to ensure proper management of department.
• Monitors food purchasing, staffing, food preparation and food inventory in order to control food and labor cost and waste, ensuring adherence to the budget.
• Monitors and evaluates food preparation by observing cooking techniques and tasting results to ensure food quality and consistency according to recipe and HAACP standards.
• Assists in developing menu changes to ensure variety and food quality.
• Monitors and advises on storage of food items to ensure quality of food and compliance with health requirements.
• Assists Hard Rock Cafe Chef in other kitchen areas on a relief basis as necessary.
• Operates, maintains and oversees operation of all kitchen equipment, including, but not limited to slicers, grinders, patty machines on a daily basis.
• Perform work regularly and predictably.
• Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Non-essential Job Functions

• Attend seminars when needed.
  
  
  

Knowledge Of

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
• Food, food product, food preparation, etc.
• Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service.
  
  
  

Ability To

• Present an image of excitement, enthusiasm, and outgoing personality, while being able to project a professional appearance.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Deliver programs which create a service level of excellence for internal and external guests.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of team members and outside contacts.
• Act professionally with a constantly changing internal and external environment.
• Monitor and control cash flow and security of assets.
• Link scheduling to customer flow.
• Observe and direct actions of subordinates monitor all activity within the dining room and to inspect and maintain areas for which responsible.
• Use all tools associated with the position including but not limited to knives, slicers and choppers.
• Review and comprehend recipes and other necessary documentation.
• Inspect quality of all food items.
  
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)

• A minimum of 8 years progressive food preparation experience, or through the completion of a culinary arts degree or accredited apprenticeship
• 4 years of progressive food preparation experience
• At least 1 year in a supervisory capacity
  
  
  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc.):

• Must obtain and maintain a valid driver’s and all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
  
  
  

Additional Details

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Any job posting or information about careers at Hard Rock Casino Rockford is from 815 Entertainment dba Hard Rock Casino Rockford and you will work for 815 Entertainment as your prospective employer. This means your application is submitted to and reviewed solely by this location, who will make any hiring decisions. If hired, 815 Entertainment dba Hard Rock Casino Rockford will be your employer and is alone responsible for any employment related matters.

Age Requirements

21+

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Gambling Facilities and Casinos

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