Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Cherokee, North Carolina
Job Description Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description POSITION TITLE: Sous Chef DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage (Employee Cafeteria, Banquet, Selu Garden Café, Wicked Weed Brewing, Gordon Ramsay, Food Court, Noodle Bar, Comedy Zone, Guy Fieri) GRADE/FLSA STATUS: S15-Exempt BADGE TYPE/COLOR: Key Blue REPORTS TO: Restaurant Chef, Executive Sous Chef SUPERVISES: 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: Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values Responsible for overall daily food preparation in assigned area ensuring meal preparation meets established standards Responsible for requisitioning of food supplies Exhibit sound culinary knowledge as well as understanding food cost and margins and how to best control them Perform daily checks to ensure the quality of the line set up Maintain the budgeted food cost by adhering to recipe standards, maintaining correct inventory levels in coolers and storerooms Plan or participate in planning menus, preparing and apportioning foods, and utilizing food surpluses and leftovers Work all stations on the line to assist the cooks when busy or provide breaks Operate a productive, sanitary, team oriented working environment within budgeted guidelines Serve as a leader for employees by exhibiting sound decision making while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communication Act 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 procedures Prepare schedules and station breakdowns in accordance to the daily need of assigned area and monitor the daily labor hours scheduled and consumed Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate important information Build relationships with customers Provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times Prepare prep lists and production sheets Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements Ensure all required logbooks and temperature logs, are maintained and verified Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware and machinery Calibrate pH meters and thermometers Protect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theft Complete end of shift logs in a timely and accurate manner Ensure service recovery activities Operate cash register Adhere to internal control regulations in regard to variances Responsible 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 actions Train subordinates, providing each with the knowledge, development and appropriate direction to perform his/her responsibilities Ensure timely and accurate performance appraisals and accurate work history entries Exhibit sound decision-making, with emphasis on motivating team and maintaining high morale Provide continuous positive coaching for development of employees and appropriate corrective action when necessary Provide appropriate recognition and rewards to individuals and groups when consistent superior performance is attained as well as providing corrective actions when necessary Current knowledge on food trends and be "cutting edge" focused with food presentations, flavor profiles and technology Abide by appearance standards Complete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leaving Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED required Two years culinary arts program training/certification or equivalent supervisory/technical experience in food operations preferred Two years successful culinary experience required One years' culinary supervisory experience required ServSafe certified Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills Knowledge of food preparation and presentation Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent leadership/motivational skills Knowledge of sanitation standards and procedures Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously Problem-solving abilities Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required Must be ableto quickly perform mathematical computations PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shift Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist, grasp items push and pull while performing kitchen duties Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation Must be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays This 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. 8.28.23
Job Description Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description POSITION TITLE: Sous Chef DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage (Employee Cafeteria, Banquet, Selu Garden Café, Wicked Weed Brewing, Gordon Ramsay, Food Court, Noodle Bar, Comedy Zone, Guy Fieri) GRADE/FLSA STATUS: S15-Exempt BADGE TYPE/COLOR: Key Blue REPORTS TO: Restaurant Chef, Executive Sous Chef SUPERVISES: 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: Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values Responsible for overall daily food preparation in assigned area ensuring meal preparation meets established standards Responsible for requisitioning of food supplies Exhibit sound culinary knowledge as well as understanding food cost and margins and how to best control them Perform daily checks to ensure the quality of the line set up Maintain the budgeted food cost by adhering to recipe standards, maintaining correct inventory levels in coolers and storerooms Plan or participate in planning menus, preparing and apportioning foods, and utilizing food surpluses and leftovers Work all stations on the line to assist the cooks when busy or provide breaks Operate a productive, sanitary, team oriented working environment within budgeted guidelines Serve as a leader for employees by exhibiting sound decision making while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communication Act 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 procedures Prepare schedules and station breakdowns in accordance to the daily need of assigned area and monitor the daily labor hours scheduled and consumed Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate important information Build relationships with customers Provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times Prepare prep lists and production sheets Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements Ensure all required logbooks and temperature logs, are maintained and verified Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware and machinery Calibrate pH meters and thermometers Protect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theft Complete end of shift logs in a timely and accurate manner Ensure service recovery activities Operate cash register Adhere to internal control regulations in regard to variances Responsible 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 actions Train subordinates, providing each with the knowledge, development and appropriate direction to perform his/her responsibilities Ensure timely and accurate performance appraisals and accurate work history entries Exhibit sound decision-making, with emphasis on motivating team and maintaining high morale Provide continuous positive coaching for development of employees and appropriate corrective action when necessary Provide appropriate recognition and rewards to individuals and groups when consistent superior performance is attained as well as providing corrective actions when necessary Current knowledge on food trends and be "cutting edge" focused with food presentations, flavor profiles and technology Abide by appearance standards Complete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leaving Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED required Two years culinary arts program training/certification or equivalent supervisory/technical experience in food operations preferred Two years successful culinary experience required One years' culinary supervisory experience required ServSafe certified Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills Knowledge of food preparation and presentation Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent leadership/motivational skills Knowledge of sanitation standards and procedures Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously Problem-solving abilities Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required Must be ableto quickly perform mathematical computations PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shift Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist, grasp items push and pull while performing kitchen duties Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation Must be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays This 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. 8.28.23
Campus Dining and Shops
Buffalo, New York
Job title Chef Manager Reports to General Manager, Operations Department Operations FLSA Status Full-Time, Exempt Position Summary Provides support and assistance to the unit manager in the areas of food production systems, along with the supervision, coaching, and training of the unit employees, which consist of students, unions, and student managers. To ensure high quality food is prepared, menus are executed and served in an efficient manner while providing remarkable customer service and striving to find cost efficiencies. Expected House of Work This is a full-time position which involves long and irregular working hours. The schedule is based on the customers' needs which can be 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The position primarily works a set schedule for each semester from week to week which will include weekends, evenings, and late-night hours. Scheduled shifts can vary in length. Weekends and evenings are required. This position will be considered an exempt position. Essential Functions Staff Supervision Participates in subordinate counseling, disciplinary procedures, and cross training of employees. Participates in interviews, hiring, training, scheduling and providing daily supervision to student, union, student manager, temporary and casual employees. Participates in subordinate performance evaluations and completion of all new hire orientations and training manuals. Participates or conducts in student, student manager and union meetings on a scheduled bases. Oversees or participates in supervision of student managers and the student manager training program. Conducts or delegates daily pre-service. Communicates all cleaning projects to staff. Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Manages, coaches and teaches, making sure employees stay on task, recipes are being followed, and safety equipment is being used properly. Service Management Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Actively solicits customer input by participating in table visits and meeting the managers when opportunities exist. Interacts with customers, adheres to and executes all customer service programs, and handles and provides resolution to customer complaints. Administrative Management Maintains and updates current recipes. Maintains order guides. Maintains par levels / production sheets. Participates in student manager program. Maintains and updates unit checklists for all stations and employees. Awareness and basic knowledge of profit and loss summary. Follows budgetary guidelines for food and labor costs. Preparation of accounts payable, sales and guest count tally sheets, cash reports, payroll and other financial and operational statement as assigned. Consistently conducts staff meetings. Production Management Adherence to food production and purchasing programs. Conducts inventory on a weekly basis and impacts plans to reduce waste. Observes methods of food preparation and cooking and sizes of portions. Ensures that proper production techniques are followed in regard to volume and food produced, portioning techniques, and use of leftovers, etc. Education and Training Associate's degree or higher in food service or related field. Desired Qualifications Equivalent education/experience will substitute for minimum qualifications. Two years progressively responsible experience managing a similar food service operation. Experience in a high volume food service establishment preferred. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Long, irregular working hours. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Licensure/Certification American Culinary Federation - Certified Chef de Cuisine (ACF - CEC) completed or in progress towards completion. ServSafe Certification - completed or in progress towards completion. Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Ability to demonstrate safe driving practices. Travel Travel between UB campuses may be required. May need to attend conferences and/or special events Employee Name: Employee Signature: Date: Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Job title Chef Manager Reports to General Manager, Operations Department Operations FLSA Status Full-Time, Exempt Position Summary Provides support and assistance to the unit manager in the areas of food production systems, along with the supervision, coaching, and training of the unit employees, which consist of students, unions, and student managers. To ensure high quality food is prepared, menus are executed and served in an efficient manner while providing remarkable customer service and striving to find cost efficiencies. Expected House of Work This is a full-time position which involves long and irregular working hours. The schedule is based on the customers' needs which can be 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The position primarily works a set schedule for each semester from week to week which will include weekends, evenings, and late-night hours. Scheduled shifts can vary in length. Weekends and evenings are required. This position will be considered an exempt position. Essential Functions Staff Supervision Participates in subordinate counseling, disciplinary procedures, and cross training of employees. Participates in interviews, hiring, training, scheduling and providing daily supervision to student, union, student manager, temporary and casual employees. Participates in subordinate performance evaluations and completion of all new hire orientations and training manuals. Participates or conducts in student, student manager and union meetings on a scheduled bases. Oversees or participates in supervision of student managers and the student manager training program. Conducts or delegates daily pre-service. Communicates all cleaning projects to staff. Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Manages, coaches and teaches, making sure employees stay on task, recipes are being followed, and safety equipment is being used properly. Service Management Conducts line checks and manual station inspections. Actively solicits customer input by participating in table visits and meeting the managers when opportunities exist. Interacts with customers, adheres to and executes all customer service programs, and handles and provides resolution to customer complaints. Administrative Management Maintains and updates current recipes. Maintains order guides. Maintains par levels / production sheets. Participates in student manager program. Maintains and updates unit checklists for all stations and employees. Awareness and basic knowledge of profit and loss summary. Follows budgetary guidelines for food and labor costs. Preparation of accounts payable, sales and guest count tally sheets, cash reports, payroll and other financial and operational statement as assigned. Consistently conducts staff meetings. Production Management Adherence to food production and purchasing programs. Conducts inventory on a weekly basis and impacts plans to reduce waste. Observes methods of food preparation and cooking and sizes of portions. Ensures that proper production techniques are followed in regard to volume and food produced, portioning techniques, and use of leftovers, etc. Education and Training Associate's degree or higher in food service or related field. Desired Qualifications Equivalent education/experience will substitute for minimum qualifications. Two years progressively responsible experience managing a similar food service operation. Experience in a high volume food service establishment preferred. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Long, irregular working hours. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Licensure/Certification American Culinary Federation - Certified Chef de Cuisine (ACF - CEC) completed or in progress towards completion. ServSafe Certification - completed or in progress towards completion. Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Ability to demonstrate safe driving practices. Travel Travel between UB campuses may be required. May need to attend conferences and/or special events Employee Name: Employee Signature: Date: Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.