JOB SUMMARY: Supervises and coordinates activities of Chefs, Cooks and other workers engaged in preparing and cooking. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and employee; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Check and schedule staff to operate at peak efficiency at all times, calls in additional personnel in emergencies, authorizes overtime if warranted by unexpected business or dismisses them earlier if business is slow, being careful at all times to conserve labor costs Attempts to strengthen knowledge of operation at all times, not only pertaining to production but also management. Observe and enforce objectives, policies, standards, and procedures as set forth by the Executive Chef. Insists on personnel cleanliness and proper department of all employees under his/her supervision or working areas under his/her supervision. He/she keeps a close watch over all materials used with a view for eliminating waste and spoilage. Assures that soiled or damaged serving utensils are not put to use. Also checks all ice boxes to be certain that foods are properly rotated. Observes workers engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions are as prescribed. Gives instructions to cooking personnel in fine points of cooking. Cooks and carves meats, and prepares dishes, such as sauces, during rush periods and for banquets and other social functions. Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of Executive Chef. Maintains time and payroll records for kitchen operations. Directly responsible for overall sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen and kitchen areas. Supports and maintains Caesar's courtesy guidelines. Promotes outstanding guest relations. Performs other duties as assigned. Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining and exciting environment where the flawless delivery and execution of service excellence is paramount. Serves as a dynamic, positive leader, while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communication. Acts as a role model and coach while developing employees using a consistent, approachable demeanor and clearly articulating expectations. Ensures that team members clearly understand and are held accountable for their performance expectations. Provides appropriate recognition and rewards to individuals and groups when consistent superior performance is attained. Works as a change agent to improve and streamline department operations, through the continuous assessment of policies and procedures, work processes and program effectiveness and value. Demonstrates excellent facilitator skills in resolving conflicts between different points of view. Demonstrates leadership skills in determining a vision, aligns and inspires the team to achieve the vision. Coordinates with other departments to ensure total guest satisfaction and efficient operations in a safe, friendly, comfortable environment, by well-trained, motivated employees. Recommends and implements change to improve overall employee and guest satisfaction. Participates in the financial operating and capital planning processes and makes recommendations that achieve desired financial results. Establishes and endorses the business objectives, ethics and values of Caesar's Entertainment Inc. in accordance with the Code of Commitment. The term 'management? includes duties such as interviewing; training; selecting and adjusting rates of pay and hours of work; directing the work of employees; maintaining production; appraising employees' productivity and efficiency for purposes of recommending promotions or other changes (evaluations); handling employees' grievances and complaints; disciplining employees; planning work; providing for safety and security; and monitoring or implementing legal compliance matters. Recommends disciplinary action or disciplines employees. Qualifications: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INCLUDE: Vacation Time Full Benefits (Health, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k) Uniforms Tuition Reimbursement Advancement Opportunities EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). A degree from a certified food service program, apprenticeship, culinary school, or equivalent. Ten years (10) of food service experience in a high volume food operation. Fine dining and pastry. Thorough knowledge of food products standard recipes and proper preparation. PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to move in and around the casino floor. Must be able to respond calmly and handle many customers' demands in a fast paced environment. Must be able to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, twist, balance and work at a desk when performing clerical functions. Respond to visual and aural cues. Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondary smoke. Able to handle more than one function at a time by being will organized and pay attention to detail. Must be able to work the following equipment: computer, phones, copier, 10 key adding machine, and typewriter. Must have manual dexterity to operate the computer and necessary office equipment. Must be willing to travel. Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Caesars Entertainment reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.As a part of Caesars Entertainment's employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to an offer being extended. Caesars Entertainment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability
Apr 14, 2024
Full time
JOB SUMMARY: Supervises and coordinates activities of Chefs, Cooks and other workers engaged in preparing and cooking. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and employee; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Check and schedule staff to operate at peak efficiency at all times, calls in additional personnel in emergencies, authorizes overtime if warranted by unexpected business or dismisses them earlier if business is slow, being careful at all times to conserve labor costs Attempts to strengthen knowledge of operation at all times, not only pertaining to production but also management. Observe and enforce objectives, policies, standards, and procedures as set forth by the Executive Chef. Insists on personnel cleanliness and proper department of all employees under his/her supervision or working areas under his/her supervision. He/she keeps a close watch over all materials used with a view for eliminating waste and spoilage. Assures that soiled or damaged serving utensils are not put to use. Also checks all ice boxes to be certain that foods are properly rotated. Observes workers engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions are as prescribed. Gives instructions to cooking personnel in fine points of cooking. Cooks and carves meats, and prepares dishes, such as sauces, during rush periods and for banquets and other social functions. Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of Executive Chef. Maintains time and payroll records for kitchen operations. Directly responsible for overall sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen and kitchen areas. Supports and maintains Caesar's courtesy guidelines. Promotes outstanding guest relations. Performs other duties as assigned. Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining and exciting environment where the flawless delivery and execution of service excellence is paramount. Serves as a dynamic, positive leader, while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communication. Acts as a role model and coach while developing employees using a consistent, approachable demeanor and clearly articulating expectations. Ensures that team members clearly understand and are held accountable for their performance expectations. Provides appropriate recognition and rewards to individuals and groups when consistent superior performance is attained. Works as a change agent to improve and streamline department operations, through the continuous assessment of policies and procedures, work processes and program effectiveness and value. Demonstrates excellent facilitator skills in resolving conflicts between different points of view. Demonstrates leadership skills in determining a vision, aligns and inspires the team to achieve the vision. Coordinates with other departments to ensure total guest satisfaction and efficient operations in a safe, friendly, comfortable environment, by well-trained, motivated employees. Recommends and implements change to improve overall employee and guest satisfaction. Participates in the financial operating and capital planning processes and makes recommendations that achieve desired financial results. Establishes and endorses the business objectives, ethics and values of Caesar's Entertainment Inc. in accordance with the Code of Commitment. The term 'management? includes duties such as interviewing; training; selecting and adjusting rates of pay and hours of work; directing the work of employees; maintaining production; appraising employees' productivity and efficiency for purposes of recommending promotions or other changes (evaluations); handling employees' grievances and complaints; disciplining employees; planning work; providing for safety and security; and monitoring or implementing legal compliance matters. Recommends disciplinary action or disciplines employees. Qualifications: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INCLUDE: Vacation Time Full Benefits (Health, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k) Uniforms Tuition Reimbursement Advancement Opportunities EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). A degree from a certified food service program, apprenticeship, culinary school, or equivalent. Ten years (10) of food service experience in a high volume food operation. Fine dining and pastry. Thorough knowledge of food products standard recipes and proper preparation. PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to move in and around the casino floor. Must be able to respond calmly and handle many customers' demands in a fast paced environment. Must be able to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, twist, balance and work at a desk when performing clerical functions. Respond to visual and aural cues. Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondary smoke. Able to handle more than one function at a time by being will organized and pay attention to detail. Must be able to work the following equipment: computer, phones, copier, 10 key adding machine, and typewriter. Must have manual dexterity to operate the computer and necessary office equipment. Must be willing to travel. Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Caesars Entertainment reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.As a part of Caesars Entertainment's employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to an offer being extended. Caesars Entertainment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability
Located along Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada, Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe properties are the premier employer of choice. Here are just a few perks of working for Caesars Entertainment, the largest casino-entertainment company in the US. Professional and leadership development Paid breaks and a free meal during each shift PTO/FTO Access to the on-site team member gym Health and Wellness benefits after 90 days of service On-site Wellness Center and monthly health and wellness initiatives Employee Assistance Program Robust educational benefits, including tuition assistance, student loan repayment options, and access to Caesars University Optional 401(k) plan eligibility after 90 days of service Sign on bonus for select positions Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, 'Create the Extraordinary'. Our vision, 'Create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you'. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. '. If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities. JOB SUMMARY: Coordinates, leads and directs actual shift production in the Bakery. Guides, instructs, monitors, and coaches all bakers in the correct performance of their assigned duties. Ensures quality sanitation and food safety standards are met and maintained. Ensures quality is met and maintained. KEY JOB FUNCTIONS: Provides superior customer service, positively effects interactions with external and internal customers and employees and has the resiliency to deal with difficult customers in all types of business conditions and the ability to work harmoniously with co-workers. Assists in production of all baked goods in the required volume and in accordance with the established high-quality standards. Ensures that prescribes formulas and procedures are followed for all items produced on any station during shift. Orders necessary supplies in proper levels to keep bakery stocked as indicated by current PAR lists, and current menu requirements for Harrah's and Harveys food outlets. Inspects and rotates raw materials to ensure they meet established qualitative standards. Maintains the bakery and its equipment in a sanitary and fully operational condition. Provides input to the Assistant Pastry Chef / Executive Pastry Chef in preparing the periodical performance reviews of assigned personnel. Ensures that prescribed safety policies and procedures are followed and assigned personnel receive proper instruction in these policies and procedures. Demonstrates a good working knowledge of the following specializations: Show Breads, Marzipan, Pastillage, Croquant, Chocolate, and Sugar Cooking. Provides input for the instruction and development of assigned personnel Provides input for scheduling Maintains correct temperature logs Participates and guides bakers in the production of International breads, International desserts, display breads, a variety of advanced doughs, batters and fillings, etc. Prepares, finishes Wedding Cakes, Birthday Cakes and Special Occasion Cakes with upscale decorations, including but not limited to Ganache, rolled fondant, marzipan, butter cream and other coatings as requested by guests. Ensures production runs smoothly, effectively, accurately. Communicates any production issues to supervisor. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associate Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience 5 years extensive hotel or retail baking, preferably with the majority in high volume baking and pastry production; 2-3 years supervisory experience preferred QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English and speak distinctly and persuasively to others. Knowledge of general baking principles Ability to interpret formulas, calculate quantity conversions, and understand product directions Ability to communicate effectively at all times with all levels of team members. Ability to correctly prepare foods for which responsible. Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation. Ability to use all equipment associated with the position, including but not limited to mixers, sheeter, dough machines, proof boxes. Ability to work unsupervised. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to respond calmly and make rational decisions when handling team member conflicts. Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business Acts as a role model to other Team Members and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars Entertainment and encourages others to do the same. Adheres to all regulatory, company and department policies and procedures PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds so as to be able to move all necessary stock around the work area. Ability to hold, grasp, have hand-eye coordination, use repetitive hand motion Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues Ability to hear, visually inspect color distinction Ability to climb a step stool Must be able to work inside and maneuver throughout the bakery. Must be able to push or pull food carts weighing up to 450 pounds. Must be able to lift pans of hot foods and bowls and trays of cold food. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, crouch, carry, pull, and stack oven racks, mixes, oven sheets, and other baking utensils within the bakery. Ability to frequently tolerate dust Ability to occasionally tolerate fumes, chemicals and gasses Must be able to tolerate hot temperatures in excess of 200 degrees and extreme cold temperatures as low as 10 degrees below zero. Ability to frequently tolerate high noise levels Positions that have contact with the public require the ability to work in a noisy environment, and may be exposed to guests who use tobacco products. Also, non-public contact positions may be required to enter public areas from time to time, in connection with their duties, and may be subject to the same environment.Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).
Apr 14, 2024
Full time
Located along Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada, Harrah's and Harveys Lake Tahoe properties are the premier employer of choice. Here are just a few perks of working for Caesars Entertainment, the largest casino-entertainment company in the US. Professional and leadership development Paid breaks and a free meal during each shift PTO/FTO Access to the on-site team member gym Health and Wellness benefits after 90 days of service On-site Wellness Center and monthly health and wellness initiatives Employee Assistance Program Robust educational benefits, including tuition assistance, student loan repayment options, and access to Caesars University Optional 401(k) plan eligibility after 90 days of service Sign on bonus for select positions Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, 'Create the Extraordinary'. Our vision, 'Create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you'. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. '. If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities. JOB SUMMARY: Coordinates, leads and directs actual shift production in the Bakery. Guides, instructs, monitors, and coaches all bakers in the correct performance of their assigned duties. Ensures quality sanitation and food safety standards are met and maintained. Ensures quality is met and maintained. KEY JOB FUNCTIONS: Provides superior customer service, positively effects interactions with external and internal customers and employees and has the resiliency to deal with difficult customers in all types of business conditions and the ability to work harmoniously with co-workers. Assists in production of all baked goods in the required volume and in accordance with the established high-quality standards. Ensures that prescribes formulas and procedures are followed for all items produced on any station during shift. Orders necessary supplies in proper levels to keep bakery stocked as indicated by current PAR lists, and current menu requirements for Harrah's and Harveys food outlets. Inspects and rotates raw materials to ensure they meet established qualitative standards. Maintains the bakery and its equipment in a sanitary and fully operational condition. Provides input to the Assistant Pastry Chef / Executive Pastry Chef in preparing the periodical performance reviews of assigned personnel. Ensures that prescribed safety policies and procedures are followed and assigned personnel receive proper instruction in these policies and procedures. Demonstrates a good working knowledge of the following specializations: Show Breads, Marzipan, Pastillage, Croquant, Chocolate, and Sugar Cooking. Provides input for the instruction and development of assigned personnel Provides input for scheduling Maintains correct temperature logs Participates and guides bakers in the production of International breads, International desserts, display breads, a variety of advanced doughs, batters and fillings, etc. Prepares, finishes Wedding Cakes, Birthday Cakes and Special Occasion Cakes with upscale decorations, including but not limited to Ganache, rolled fondant, marzipan, butter cream and other coatings as requested by guests. Ensures production runs smoothly, effectively, accurately. Communicates any production issues to supervisor. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associate Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience 5 years extensive hotel or retail baking, preferably with the majority in high volume baking and pastry production; 2-3 years supervisory experience preferred QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English and speak distinctly and persuasively to others. Knowledge of general baking principles Ability to interpret formulas, calculate quantity conversions, and understand product directions Ability to communicate effectively at all times with all levels of team members. Ability to correctly prepare foods for which responsible. Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation. Ability to use all equipment associated with the position, including but not limited to mixers, sheeter, dough machines, proof boxes. Ability to work unsupervised. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to respond calmly and make rational decisions when handling team member conflicts. Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business Acts as a role model to other Team Members and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars Entertainment and encourages others to do the same. Adheres to all regulatory, company and department policies and procedures PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds so as to be able to move all necessary stock around the work area. Ability to hold, grasp, have hand-eye coordination, use repetitive hand motion Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues Ability to hear, visually inspect color distinction Ability to climb a step stool Must be able to work inside and maneuver throughout the bakery. Must be able to push or pull food carts weighing up to 450 pounds. Must be able to lift pans of hot foods and bowls and trays of cold food. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, crouch, carry, pull, and stack oven racks, mixes, oven sheets, and other baking utensils within the bakery. Ability to frequently tolerate dust Ability to occasionally tolerate fumes, chemicals and gasses Must be able to tolerate hot temperatures in excess of 200 degrees and extreme cold temperatures as low as 10 degrees below zero. Ability to frequently tolerate high noise levels Positions that have contact with the public require the ability to work in a noisy environment, and may be exposed to guests who use tobacco products. Also, non-public contact positions may be required to enter public areas from time to time, in connection with their duties, and may be subject to the same environment.Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).
JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE CHEF (RESTAURANT) GRADE: L12 DEPARTMENT: FOOD & BEVERAGE REPORTS TO: EXECUTIVE CHEF (PROPERTY) PAY TYPE: EXEMPT JOB SUMMARY: To assist the Executive Chef (Property) with the day to day running of the department and be responsible for the outlet and overall quality of products produced. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Display professionalism by conducting oneself with responsibility, integrity, accountability and excellence. Run all aspects of daily BOH operations including but not limited to; managing staff schedules and station assignments, ordering and receiving product, preparing prep lists and instruction for the team, quality checking product during all stages of preparation, general oversight of production and service, conducting regular internal health and safety inspections, managing daily food cost and spend. Design and implement menus that fit the requirements of a particular outlet as set out by the Executive Chef and/or Chef Partner. Provide training materials to both front and back of the house staff for relevant jobs as it pertains to the menu knowledge and cooking procedures. Set and maintain a very high standard of food quality in preparation and execution. Ensure food is handled in a respectful manner and is processed and stored in accordance with SNHD regulation. Adhere to and enforce company policies and statutory requirements with regards to health and safety, sanitation, fire procedures and HACCP. Ensure safe and proper use of equipment. Ensure kitchen equipment is in good working order, address any equipment issues promptly. Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in and around all culinary work areas. Teach and develop and give support to culinary team as needed. Hold team members accountable on a fair and consistent basis. Support and foster a caring work environment. Work with General Manager and front of house staff to ensure a positive guest experience. Maintain food cost, labor cost, supply cost, and other controllable expenses within budget guidelines. Minimize waste and spoilage by monitoring occupancy forecasts. Conduct daily BUZZ sessions or pre-shift meetings with staff. Maintain high standards of appearance and good personal hygiene. Be willing to undertake additional duties and responsibilities of work outside the normal daily/weekly routine but within the overall scope of the position. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years of chef experience preferred Bachelor s Degree preferred Culinary school or apprenticeship preferred Must have experience operating in a similar role for minimum of 3-5years Experience working in a fast-paced, high volume environment Experience and proven track record within the 5-star framework of deluxe hotels or reputable free-standing restaurants OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: ServSafe Certified Knowledge, understanding, and compliance of policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, statutory requirements regarding health and safety, sanitation, proper chemical usage, fire procedures, and HACCP Knowledge of all kitchen equipment operations Ability to read, write, and understand English Ability to perform basic/intermediate math skills Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with management, staff, and guests License Certificate: Food Safety Employee Training required and Food Handler s Card PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Able to manage team of up to 100 managers and supervisors and 600 hourly employees Passionate approach to streamline operational procedures and increase productivity of department Excellent communication and administration skills Applies best industry best practices Ability to maintain and further develop the standards set by Caesars Entertainment Must possess a wealth of experience and in-depth knowledge of up-to date culinary trends Must demonstrate culinary creativity Emphasis on creative thinking, problem solving, and consistently well executed food product Must be aware of market trends and latest developments in international cuisine and pastry Knowledge of all kitchen equipment operations. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with management, staff, and guests Knowledge, understanding, and compliance of policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, chemical labels, and other instructions Requires mobility. Ability to grasp, lift, move, or push goods on cart/truck weighing a maximum of 100 pounds Ability to work in confined spaces Sense of smell, taste, touch, and sound Eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity Ability to distinguish letters, symbols, and colors Normal vision and hearing range Requires mobility Must be able to work any shift and long hours when necessary DIRECTLY SUPERVISES (PLEASE LIST POSITION TITLES): Senior Chef Tournants Chef Tournants Cooks INFORMATION PROVIDED BY: FLSA: Exempt (Salary): Non-Exempt (Hourly): Property Code: Multi-Property: Dual Rate: Bonus Plan: MGNT CSA Other License(s) Type: EEOC Code: Disclaimer : This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world s most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars, Harrah s, Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, Create the Extraordinary . Our vision, Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don t perform magic; we create it with excellence. WeAreCaesars . If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE CHEF (RESTAURANT) GRADE: L12 DEPARTMENT: FOOD & BEVERAGE REPORTS TO: EXECUTIVE CHEF (PROPERTY) PAY TYPE: EXEMPT JOB SUMMARY: To assist the Executive Chef (Property) with the day to day running of the department and be responsible for the outlet and overall quality of products produced. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Display professionalism by conducting oneself with responsibility, integrity, accountability and excellence. Run all aspects of daily BOH operations including but not limited to; managing staff schedules and station assignments, ordering and receiving product, preparing prep lists and instruction for the team, quality checking product during all stages of preparation, general oversight of production and service, conducting regular internal health and safety inspections, managing daily food cost and spend. Design and implement menus that fit the requirements of a particular outlet as set out by the Executive Chef and/or Chef Partner. Provide training materials to both front and back of the house staff for relevant jobs as it pertains to the menu knowledge and cooking procedures. Set and maintain a very high standard of food quality in preparation and execution. Ensure food is handled in a respectful manner and is processed and stored in accordance with SNHD regulation. Adhere to and enforce company policies and statutory requirements with regards to health and safety, sanitation, fire procedures and HACCP. Ensure safe and proper use of equipment. Ensure kitchen equipment is in good working order, address any equipment issues promptly. Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in and around all culinary work areas. Teach and develop and give support to culinary team as needed. Hold team members accountable on a fair and consistent basis. Support and foster a caring work environment. Work with General Manager and front of house staff to ensure a positive guest experience. Maintain food cost, labor cost, supply cost, and other controllable expenses within budget guidelines. Minimize waste and spoilage by monitoring occupancy forecasts. Conduct daily BUZZ sessions or pre-shift meetings with staff. Maintain high standards of appearance and good personal hygiene. Be willing to undertake additional duties and responsibilities of work outside the normal daily/weekly routine but within the overall scope of the position. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years of chef experience preferred Bachelor s Degree preferred Culinary school or apprenticeship preferred Must have experience operating in a similar role for minimum of 3-5years Experience working in a fast-paced, high volume environment Experience and proven track record within the 5-star framework of deluxe hotels or reputable free-standing restaurants OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: ServSafe Certified Knowledge, understanding, and compliance of policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, statutory requirements regarding health and safety, sanitation, proper chemical usage, fire procedures, and HACCP Knowledge of all kitchen equipment operations Ability to read, write, and understand English Ability to perform basic/intermediate math skills Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with management, staff, and guests License Certificate: Food Safety Employee Training required and Food Handler s Card PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Able to manage team of up to 100 managers and supervisors and 600 hourly employees Passionate approach to streamline operational procedures and increase productivity of department Excellent communication and administration skills Applies best industry best practices Ability to maintain and further develop the standards set by Caesars Entertainment Must possess a wealth of experience and in-depth knowledge of up-to date culinary trends Must demonstrate culinary creativity Emphasis on creative thinking, problem solving, and consistently well executed food product Must be aware of market trends and latest developments in international cuisine and pastry Knowledge of all kitchen equipment operations. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with management, staff, and guests Knowledge, understanding, and compliance of policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, chemical labels, and other instructions Requires mobility. Ability to grasp, lift, move, or push goods on cart/truck weighing a maximum of 100 pounds Ability to work in confined spaces Sense of smell, taste, touch, and sound Eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity Ability to distinguish letters, symbols, and colors Normal vision and hearing range Requires mobility Must be able to work any shift and long hours when necessary DIRECTLY SUPERVISES (PLEASE LIST POSITION TITLES): Senior Chef Tournants Chef Tournants Cooks INFORMATION PROVIDED BY: FLSA: Exempt (Salary): Non-Exempt (Hourly): Property Code: Multi-Property: Dual Rate: Bonus Plan: MGNT CSA Other License(s) Type: EEOC Code: Disclaimer : This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world s most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars, Harrah s, Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, Create the Extraordinary . Our vision, Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don t perform magic; we create it with excellence. WeAreCaesars . If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.