Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Craft Menus, Elevate Service

Cafe-Americano-Caesars-Palace; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses based on performance

Career advancement opportunities

Employee discounts on food & beverages

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

V&E Hospitality Group is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and culinary team leadership. Join a dynamic team dedicated to exceptional dining experiences in a vibrant hospitality group.

The role emphasizes innovative menu design, quality assurance, and staff mentorship, with responsibilities spanning inventory, sanitation, and efficiency to ensure outstanding guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role.
• Culinary expertise, including advanced cooking techniques, food preparation, and menu development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and industry best practices.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Culinary degree or related certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Menu development: design and execute innovative menu items with seasonal ingredients and cost control.
• Food preparation: oversee preparation to ensure high taste, presentation, and quality.
• Kitchen management: assist with staff scheduling, training, and supervision.
• Quality control: maintain high standards and conduct checks at all stages.
• Team leadership: mentor and motivate line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers.
• Inventory management: monitor inventory, minimize waste, optimize usage.
• Kitchen sanitation: ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Plating and presentation: oversee dish plating to meet standards.
• Kitchen efficiency: optimize workflows to boost productivity and reduce wait times.
• Compliance: ensure adherence to health, safety regulations and policies.

Job description

V&E Hospitality Group is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and culinary team leadership. Join a dynamic team dedicated to exceptional dining experiences in a vibrant hospitality group.

The role emphasizes innovative menu design, quality assurance, and staff mentorship, with responsibilities spanning inventory, sanitation, and efficiency to ensure outstanding guest satisfaction.