World-Class Sous Chef: Lead, Create & Elevate Cuisine

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Town of Waterloo (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

del Lago Resort & Casino is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary initiatives and daily operations with the goal of boosting restaurant sales, profits, and guest satisfaction through product innovation and service excellence.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years in a Sous Chef or culinary leadership role, strong knowledge of food preparation, menu development, and cost controls. Excellent communication and Excel/Word skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must have expert knowledge of safe food preparation techniques and methods.
• Extensive knowledge of menu development, cost, and wage control.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hiring, motivating, training, coaching, and directing Team Members.
• Monitor kitchen operations to maintain quality, safety and sanitation standards.
• Ensure Old-World Hospitality and core values are reflected in service.
• Maintain food quality, inventory, and cost controls.

Skills

Food safety

Menu development

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal culinary training

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

del Lago Resort & Casino is seeking a Sous Chef to lead culinary initiatives and daily operations with the goal of boosting restaurant sales, profits, and guest satisfaction through product innovation and service excellence.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years in a Sous Chef or culinary leadership role, strong knowledge of food preparation, menu development, and cost controls. Excellent communication and Excel/Word skills are required.