Sous Chef, Gordon Ramsay (Full-Time; Varied)

Job DescriptionHarrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Position DescriptionPOSITION TITLE: Sous ChefDEPARTMENT: Employee Cafeteria, Banquet, Selu Garden Café, The Smokehouse Coop, Gordon Ramsay, Noodle Bar, Guy Fieri, ItalianGRADE/FLSA STATUS: S15-ExemptBADGE TYPE/COLOR: Key--BlueREPORTS TO: Restaurant Chef, Executive Sous ChefSUPERVISES: Senior Cook, Cook II and Cook I, Food Runners, Material Handler JOB SUMMARY:Supervise the day-to-day preparation of food and supervision of kitchen employees on assigned shift.JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for overall daily food preparation in assigned area ensuring meal preparation meets established standardsResponsible for requisitioning of food suppliesExhibit sound culinary knowledge as well as understanding food cost and margins and how to best control themPerform daily checks to ensure the quality of the line set upMaintain the budgeted food cost by adhering to recipe standards, maintaining correct inventory levels in coolers and storeroomsPlan or participate in planning menus, preparing and apportioning foods, and utilizing food surpluses and leftoversWork all stations on the line to assist the cooks when busy or provide breaksOperate a productive, sanitary, team oriented working environment within budgeted guidelinesServe as a leader for employees by exhibiting sound decision making while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communicationAct as a role model and coach employees while developing their skills by providing direction and support for all staff to achieve goals and objectives through a fair application of policies and proceduresPrepare schedules and station breakdowns in accordance to the daily need of assigned area and monitor the daily labor hours scheduled and consumedConduct pre-shift meetings to communicate important informationBuild relationships with customersProvide the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all timesPrepare prep lists and production sheetsUnderstand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirementsEnsure all required logbooks and temperature logs, are maintained and verifiedReceive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specificationsProperly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware and machineryCalibrate pH meters and thermometersProtect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theftComplete end of shift logs in a timely and accurate mannerEnsure service recovery activitiesOperate cash registerAdhere to internal control regulations in regard to variancesResponsible for, or actively participates in, the initiation of personnel actions including but not limited to interviews, training, candidate selection, terminations, performance reviews, promotions, transfers and disciplinary actionsTrain subordinates, providing each with the knowledge, development and appropriate direction to perform his/her responsibilitiesEnsure timely and accurate performance appraisals and accurate work history entriesExhibit sound decision-making, with emphasis on motivating team and maintaining high moraleProvide continuous positive coaching for development of employees and appropriate corrective action when necessaryProvide appropriate recognition and rewards to individuals and groups when consistent superior performance is attained as well as providing corrective actions when necessaryCurrent knowledge on food trends and be "cutting edge" focused with food presentations, flavor profiles and technologyAbide by appearance standardsComplete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leavingPerform any other duties as requested by shift leaderAdhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical mannerEndorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision, and ValuesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GED requiredTwo years culinary arts program training/certification or equivalent supervisory/technical experience in food operations preferredTwo years successful culinary experience requiredOne year culinary supervisory experience requiredServSafe certifiedMust demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skillsKnowledge of food preparation and presentationNeat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygieneProficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookØ Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent leadership/motivational skillsKnowledge of sanitation standards and proceduresAble to attend to multiple priorities simultaneouslyProblem-solving abilitiesDexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment requiredMust be ableto quickly perform mathematical computationsPHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS:Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shiftMust be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist, grasp items push and pull while performing kitchen dutiesMust be able to respond to visual and aural cuesMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand EnglishMust be physically mobile with reasonable accommodationMust be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energyMust be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cartMust be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smokeMust be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidaysThis is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary. 1.13.26