Sous Chef - Sushi

Foxwoods Resort Casino; Mashantucket (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, CT is seeking a Sous Chef under the Restaurant Chef to lead and execute high-volume kitchen operations. You will prepare and cook food, supervise staff, manage inventory, and uphold Foxwoods culinary standards.

The role requires 4 years of full-service kitchen experience or equivalent, an associate degree in culinary arts, and strong English communication. Weekend/holiday shifts are required. Physical ability to lift 35 lbs and push up to 100 lbs is needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in culinary arts, or equivalent experience.
• 4 years of experience in a full-service or production kitchen.
• Proficient in cooking methods, soups, stocks and sauces.
• Able to communicate in English to understand requests and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Weekend, holiday and peak-period availability; physical ability to lift 35 lbs and push up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food and maintain kitchen, preparation, service, dining and storage areas.
• Assist with venue management, inventory control and supervising personnel.
• Follow Foxwoods culinary departmental standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Team supervision

Guest satisfaction focus

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts

Job description

Under the direction of the Restaurant Chef, the Sous Chef prepares and cooks food, cleans, stocks and maintains all kitchen, preparation, service, dining and storage areas. Assists with venue management, including but not limited to; expediting, managing inventory and supervising personnel. An Associate Degree or higher in culinary arts; or previous work experience from an equal or higher position with very similar job responsibilities and business volumes is required. Four (4) years of experience in a full service or production kitchen required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Must be able to perform cooking methods, prepare soups, stocks and sauces and the operation of all hot and cold culinary stations proficiently according to Foxwoods culinary departmental standards. Must have the ability to understand food requests, ask questions regarding its preparation and assure the team member's or guest's satisfaction with their order in English. Working during weekends, holidays and peak business periods are required, including working any shift/day designated by the department. Team member must be able to lift a minimum of 35lbs. multiple times per day, and push a cart weighing up to 100lbs. Must be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect. Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done. Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special.

Located on the Mashantucket Pequot reservation, this position will be filled in accordance with Tribal law.