Executive Sous Chef

Job DescriptionDivision/Department: Black Bear Casino Resort - Food and BeverageLocation: Black Bear Casino Resort - OnsiteReports To: Executive ChefProbationary Period: 6 monthsFLSA Status: Exempt (salaried) Classification: Class C Gaming LicensureDriver's License: Level 0- No Driver's License RequiredRate of Pay: $65,946.16 - $74,189.43 annuallyResponsibilitiesEstimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food.Select and develop recipes.Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality.Direct presentation technique and quality standards.Plan and price menus.Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance.Ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen.Provides leadership support to team members, to include but not limited to, directing, hiring, coaching, evaluating, coordinating, scheduling, organizing andTraining staff associated with kitchen outlets.Control and manage food and labor cost and manage financial budgets.Prepare accurate and informative reports containing conclusions and recommendations.Displays a responsive and professional manner in promptly responding to all requests, complaints, and problems. Recognizes that each employee is a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and is responsible for demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of all others, including visitors and co-workers.Represents the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the department in a positive and professional manner in the community.Required to maintain proper attendance including reporting to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.Maintains a clean and organized work area.Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary.QualificationsLevel 0- No Driver's License Required.A minimum of five years' cooking experience is required.A minimum of five years' supervisory experience and training kitchen staff, providing mentorship and skill development is required. Experience in a high-volume, fine dining, or upscale restaurant environment is required.Culinary Arts Degree preferred.A working knowledge of applicable safety, sanitation, food handling, and health laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures are essential.Perform assigned duties under frequent time pressures and in an interruptive environment.Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, daylight and evening shifts and maintain a positive attitude with guests and team members.Computer literacy is required.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required. Ability to work independently and establish priorities is required. Attention to detail and accuracy is required. Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships on all projects and with all parties involved.Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Fond du Lac Reservation's Personnel Policies.Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT: Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to lift, carry, bend, stoop, pull and push up to 50 pounds is required. Normal physical requirements include working in a smoking environment.About UsThe Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Nagaajiwanaang (Where the water stops), is one of the six Bands of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and a proud sovereign Ojibwe nation. We strive to be a diverse, supportive, and inclusive workforce that employs Fond du Lac Band members, native peoples, and those from our surrounding communities. As one of Carlton County's largest employers, the Fond du Lac Band is dedicated to elevating the community through a broad spectrum of programs and enterprises including our gaming facilities, tribal government, health services, and education that promotes our language, culture, and the preservation of our natural resources. The Fond du Lac Band is an employer that cultivates the growth of our employees and our programs; a place where you can develop your skills and gain experience that will positively impact the lives of those who call the Fond du Lac Band home. Our hiring practices follow tribal employment rights outlined in Fond du Lac Ordinance #12/94 (TERO). Join the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa in our mission to preserve and promote our community while contributing to its vibrant future.