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
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
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
Catering Sous Chef Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ in Tucson, AZ is seeking to hire a full-time Catering Sous Chef, with a blinding dedication to all things smoked meat! A highly motivated Sous Chef will work closely with our Chef de Cuisine to oversee the catering and banquet kitchen operations of our busy restaurant, private dining and catering operations. Will lead our "Tucson Pit Crew" in providing excellent quality upscale menus, smoked meats, sides and much more. Are you passionate about culinary arts? Do you have a working knowledge of food service operations? Are you looking to work with a fun group of people? Do you have superior decision-making skills and the desire to seek solutions to problems instead of excuses? If so, keep reading! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CATERING SOUS CHEF As the Catering Sous Chef, you play a key role in ensuring top-notch food quality to ensure guest satisfaction, and the financial health of our restaurant. Working collaboratively with the Chef, Catering Sales Team and the Front of the house managers, will help plan and coordinate the day-to-day operations of our kitchen focusing on the private events both in-house and off premise at one of our wedding venues or off site events. Using your excellent organizational skills, you create and adjust schedules. Your ability to lead and motivate others is essential as you manage and train the kitchen pit crew. Your willingness to work right alongside your team helps create a cooperative environment based on teamwork. Interacting with our fellow pit crew members is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with crew members, you ensure that they are having a great experience and understand the passion and work we put into our product. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent quality of food. You love coming to work each day ready to lead your fun, hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer Interacting with our guests is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with guests, you ensure that they are having a great experience. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent customer service while leading our hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include: Training and motivating BOH "Pit Crew" Organizing and executing food for all private events Managing the kitchen during busy meal periods while coordinating private events Managing and keeping track of labor dollars as well as food costs Keeping meat & food cooler organized rotated, and labeled Receiving products and quality checks Weekly inventory of all meats and food supplies Monitoring smoke temps, timing, considering weather patterns & conditions Kitchen prep for house made scratch sides Participate in local and national competitions in our team representing Brother John's Participate in several local events for charity and promotions and private caterings We pay our Sous Chefs a competitive salary of, based on experience level. You would also be eligible for our generous medical and dental benefits. Plus, we have a fun, friendly work environment where you would have a lot of support from the Executive Chef and owners. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! ABOUT BROTHER JOHN'S BEER, BOURBON & BBQ Here at Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ, we strive to provide a fast, friendly, clean, and fun environment for people to come, relax, and enjoy the delicious creations made in our full-service restaurant and bar. We also offer catering services. We serve authentic slow pit-smoked barbecue meats using only humanely raised, hormone free meats. We use locally sourced products whenever possible and prepared food and sides on-site daily in our scratch kitchen. We are a locally owned and operated family business that takes pride in treating our crew members like family in a safe, fun, and inviting work environment. Our team is essential to our success which is why we offer competitive pay and benefits. We strive to build a company culture that makes people enjoy coming to work. QUALIFICATIONS 2 years supervisor experience in back of the house operations Knowledge and passion for culinary arts including smoked meats and smoking process Spanish speaking a plus Serve Safe Certified Understanding of food preparation/cooking methods and butchering Ability to be on your feet for long hours Availability to work late nights, weekends & holidays Are you a culinary professional with attention to details? Do you have good communication skills? Are you a BBQ Rockstar? Do you have exceptional problem-solving skills and an honest, diligent work ethic? Would you like to build a career in food and beverage operations? If so, we want to meet you! Apply now!
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Catering Sous Chef Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ in Tucson, AZ is seeking to hire a full-time Catering Sous Chef, with a blinding dedication to all things smoked meat! A highly motivated Sous Chef will work closely with our Chef de Cuisine to oversee the catering and banquet kitchen operations of our busy restaurant, private dining and catering operations. Will lead our "Tucson Pit Crew" in providing excellent quality upscale menus, smoked meats, sides and much more. Are you passionate about culinary arts? Do you have a working knowledge of food service operations? Are you looking to work with a fun group of people? Do you have superior decision-making skills and the desire to seek solutions to problems instead of excuses? If so, keep reading! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CATERING SOUS CHEF As the Catering Sous Chef, you play a key role in ensuring top-notch food quality to ensure guest satisfaction, and the financial health of our restaurant. Working collaboratively with the Chef, Catering Sales Team and the Front of the house managers, will help plan and coordinate the day-to-day operations of our kitchen focusing on the private events both in-house and off premise at one of our wedding venues or off site events. Using your excellent organizational skills, you create and adjust schedules. Your ability to lead and motivate others is essential as you manage and train the kitchen pit crew. Your willingness to work right alongside your team helps create a cooperative environment based on teamwork. Interacting with our fellow pit crew members is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with crew members, you ensure that they are having a great experience and understand the passion and work we put into our product. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent quality of food. You love coming to work each day ready to lead your fun, hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer Interacting with our guests is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with guests, you ensure that they are having a great experience. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent customer service while leading our hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include: Training and motivating BOH "Pit Crew" Organizing and executing food for all private events Managing the kitchen during busy meal periods while coordinating private events Managing and keeping track of labor dollars as well as food costs Keeping meat & food cooler organized rotated, and labeled Receiving products and quality checks Weekly inventory of all meats and food supplies Monitoring smoke temps, timing, considering weather patterns & conditions Kitchen prep for house made scratch sides Participate in local and national competitions in our team representing Brother John's Participate in several local events for charity and promotions and private caterings We pay our Sous Chefs a competitive salary of, based on experience level. You would also be eligible for our generous medical and dental benefits. Plus, we have a fun, friendly work environment where you would have a lot of support from the Executive Chef and owners. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! ABOUT BROTHER JOHN'S BEER, BOURBON & BBQ Here at Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ, we strive to provide a fast, friendly, clean, and fun environment for people to come, relax, and enjoy the delicious creations made in our full-service restaurant and bar. We also offer catering services. We serve authentic slow pit-smoked barbecue meats using only humanely raised, hormone free meats. We use locally sourced products whenever possible and prepared food and sides on-site daily in our scratch kitchen. We are a locally owned and operated family business that takes pride in treating our crew members like family in a safe, fun, and inviting work environment. Our team is essential to our success which is why we offer competitive pay and benefits. We strive to build a company culture that makes people enjoy coming to work. QUALIFICATIONS 2 years supervisor experience in back of the house operations Knowledge and passion for culinary arts including smoked meats and smoking process Spanish speaking a plus Serve Safe Certified Understanding of food preparation/cooking methods and butchering Ability to be on your feet for long hours Availability to work late nights, weekends & holidays Are you a culinary professional with attention to details? Do you have good communication skills? Are you a BBQ Rockstar? Do you have exceptional problem-solving skills and an honest, diligent work ethic? Would you like to build a career in food and beverage operations? If so, we want to meet you! Apply now!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES General: Deal with high-volume customer interactions and be consistently outgoing, upbeat, and cheerful. Build guest relations throughout every shift by talking with customers, making them feel welcome and comfortable, and inviting them back. Establish production forecasts based on expected customer counts and post for staff review. Oversee staff to ensure compliance with established sanitation and nutrition practices. Verify portion sizes and quality standards are in compliance with departmental standards. Assign work to team members and monitor for timely and proper completion to comply with budget requirements. Monitors staff's start times, breaks and ending times. Participate in interviewing, selecting, training, and developing staff. Review kitchen activities with Chef de Cuisine. Assist Chef de Cuisine with development of menu items and recipes, including special events. Issue disciplinary action as needed. Prepare and deliver reports as requested. Maintain employee files and attendance records. Maintain strict confidentiality relative to financial data, company policies and procedures, and team member and customer information. Have complete knowledge of all casino events and promotional activities, and assist as needed. Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner. Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and Company policies in an ethical manner and empower and require others to do the same. Handle routine customer complaints and incidents, and exhibit the appropriate discretion to identify situations requiring the attention of supervisory personnel - seek to resolve all situations in a manner that maintains positive guest relationships. Must be able to work a flexible schedule as required by business operations, including late nights, weekends, and holidays; shifts and work locations may change. Assist in maintaining a spotless environment by disposing of any cups, glasses, bottles, or other items left on the floor by guests. Perform other duties as assigned or reasonably requested by any member of management. Operating Principles: Ensure at all times operating principles are being adhered to: Clean - Keep all areas clean and pristine; Safe - Follow all safety policies and procedures; Friendly - Use customer courtesy skills of Family Style Service to provide superior guest service; Fun - Be interactive with all internal and external guests while maintaining professional standards. Tools and Technology: Use of computer station, Microsoft office software, casino tracking programs (Oracle, UKG, Stratton Warren, InfoGenesis), Char broiler, pizza oven, saut station, wok station, flat top grill, commercial steamer, steam table, steam jacket kettle, deep fryer, broaster, slicer, convection oven, pots and pans, miscellaneous cutlery, tub cart, trash compactor, garbage disposal, dishwasher and sanitizer, cleaning materials, wet mops, brooms, telephone, voicemail, fax machine, and photocopier. Licensure: Must be able to obtain and maintain a 1055 Slot/Cardroom/Pari-Mutuel Individual Combo Slot license. Must be at least 21 years of age. Three (3) years of tax returns required. QUALIFICATIONS Experience: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required. At least three years of supervisory experience in a high volume kitchen is preferred. Accreditation from a culinary institute is preferred. Able to obtain a Food Safety Manager Certification. Knowledge: Knowledge of principles and processes of safe and sanitary food-handling practices and for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Knowledge of various cooking methods, such as roasting, frying, saut ing and grilling. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Skills: Managing one's own time and the time of others. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Physical Demands: Required to stand and walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The team member must occasionally bend, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Required to be able to taste and smell food items to insure quality and flavor levels. Work Environment: A restaurant environment with varied noise levels, variable temperatures, wet areas, and smoke. Use of an elevator and stairs. A kitchen environment with a variety of workstations and storage areas, exposed to varied temperatures, smoke, steam, noise, and wet areas. May also work in a banquet/showroom environment with varied noise levels and temperatures, wet areas, and exposure to low-level lights.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES General: Deal with high-volume customer interactions and be consistently outgoing, upbeat, and cheerful. Build guest relations throughout every shift by talking with customers, making them feel welcome and comfortable, and inviting them back. Establish production forecasts based on expected customer counts and post for staff review. Oversee staff to ensure compliance with established sanitation and nutrition practices. Verify portion sizes and quality standards are in compliance with departmental standards. Assign work to team members and monitor for timely and proper completion to comply with budget requirements. Monitors staff's start times, breaks and ending times. Participate in interviewing, selecting, training, and developing staff. Review kitchen activities with Chef de Cuisine. Assist Chef de Cuisine with development of menu items and recipes, including special events. Issue disciplinary action as needed. Prepare and deliver reports as requested. Maintain employee files and attendance records. Maintain strict confidentiality relative to financial data, company policies and procedures, and team member and customer information. Have complete knowledge of all casino events and promotional activities, and assist as needed. Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner. Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and Company policies in an ethical manner and empower and require others to do the same. Handle routine customer complaints and incidents, and exhibit the appropriate discretion to identify situations requiring the attention of supervisory personnel - seek to resolve all situations in a manner that maintains positive guest relationships. Must be able to work a flexible schedule as required by business operations, including late nights, weekends, and holidays; shifts and work locations may change. Assist in maintaining a spotless environment by disposing of any cups, glasses, bottles, or other items left on the floor by guests. Perform other duties as assigned or reasonably requested by any member of management. Operating Principles: Ensure at all times operating principles are being adhered to: Clean - Keep all areas clean and pristine; Safe - Follow all safety policies and procedures; Friendly - Use customer courtesy skills of Family Style Service to provide superior guest service; Fun - Be interactive with all internal and external guests while maintaining professional standards. Tools and Technology: Use of computer station, Microsoft office software, casino tracking programs (Oracle, UKG, Stratton Warren, InfoGenesis), Char broiler, pizza oven, saut station, wok station, flat top grill, commercial steamer, steam table, steam jacket kettle, deep fryer, broaster, slicer, convection oven, pots and pans, miscellaneous cutlery, tub cart, trash compactor, garbage disposal, dishwasher and sanitizer, cleaning materials, wet mops, brooms, telephone, voicemail, fax machine, and photocopier. Licensure: Must be able to obtain and maintain a 1055 Slot/Cardroom/Pari-Mutuel Individual Combo Slot license. Must be at least 21 years of age. Three (3) years of tax returns required. QUALIFICATIONS Experience: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required. At least three years of supervisory experience in a high volume kitchen is preferred. Accreditation from a culinary institute is preferred. Able to obtain a Food Safety Manager Certification. Knowledge: Knowledge of principles and processes of safe and sanitary food-handling practices and for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Knowledge of various cooking methods, such as roasting, frying, saut ing and grilling. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Skills: Managing one's own time and the time of others. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Physical Demands: Required to stand and walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The team member must occasionally bend, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Required to be able to taste and smell food items to insure quality and flavor levels. Work Environment: A restaurant environment with varied noise levels, variable temperatures, wet areas, and smoke. Use of an elevator and stairs. A kitchen environment with a variety of workstations and storage areas, exposed to varied temperatures, smoke, steam, noise, and wet areas. May also work in a banquet/showroom environment with varied noise levels and temperatures, wet areas, and exposure to low-level lights.
Overview: Full-time Year-round Comprehensive Benefits Package The Sous Chef must be able to show a strong knowledge of back of house operations as well as participate in the preparation and execution of all banquets. Provide assistance with purchasing, inventory, and any administrative needs. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Responsibilities: Plan and execute catering and banquet events; manage and control product inventory levels and quality, forecast product and labor needs for catering and banquets, ensure all private events are executed to company standards. Oversees and assigns the daily work of employees in assigned cost center, provides training, coaching, counseling and tracking regarding employee performance; refers disciplinary issues upward and provides back-up documentation to support actions including discipline, promotion, demotion and termination; assists in preparing and conducting performance appraisals with each direct report on an annual basis. Uphold company standards and guidelines for food preparation and presentation. Ensure proper sanitation and food safety as defined by local and state health department laws. Consult daily with the Executive Chef and/or the Executive Sous Chef to ensure successful operational results. Assist in the planning and daily execution of employee meals. Plan and cost all internal catering events; maintain a log of all internal events to be submitted to the Exeutive Chef on a weekly basis. Trains and directs staff in providing guest service according to Cedar Fair standards on an overall basis; serves as an example to personnel by following guest service standards; takes appropriate actions to correct poor guest service or recognize superior guest service; responds to and resolves more complex typical guest concerns that cannot be resolved at the unit level. Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. Vocational/Technical Training, Associates Degree in Culinary Arts preferred. 2-4 years food service experience. 1-3 years supervisory experience. Open availability to fill a rotating 40 hour schedule, to include nights, weekends and holidays. Ability to pass a servsafe certification class & serve safe alcohol certification class.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Overview: Full-time Year-round Comprehensive Benefits Package The Sous Chef must be able to show a strong knowledge of back of house operations as well as participate in the preparation and execution of all banquets. Provide assistance with purchasing, inventory, and any administrative needs. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Responsibilities: Plan and execute catering and banquet events; manage and control product inventory levels and quality, forecast product and labor needs for catering and banquets, ensure all private events are executed to company standards. Oversees and assigns the daily work of employees in assigned cost center, provides training, coaching, counseling and tracking regarding employee performance; refers disciplinary issues upward and provides back-up documentation to support actions including discipline, promotion, demotion and termination; assists in preparing and conducting performance appraisals with each direct report on an annual basis. Uphold company standards and guidelines for food preparation and presentation. Ensure proper sanitation and food safety as defined by local and state health department laws. Consult daily with the Executive Chef and/or the Executive Sous Chef to ensure successful operational results. Assist in the planning and daily execution of employee meals. Plan and cost all internal catering events; maintain a log of all internal events to be submitted to the Exeutive Chef on a weekly basis. Trains and directs staff in providing guest service according to Cedar Fair standards on an overall basis; serves as an example to personnel by following guest service standards; takes appropriate actions to correct poor guest service or recognize superior guest service; responds to and resolves more complex typical guest concerns that cannot be resolved at the unit level. Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. Vocational/Technical Training, Associates Degree in Culinary Arts preferred. 2-4 years food service experience. 1-3 years supervisory experience. Open availability to fill a rotating 40 hour schedule, to include nights, weekends and holidays. Ability to pass a servsafe certification class & serve safe alcohol certification class.
Overview: Full-time Year-round Comprehensive Benefits Package The Sous Chef must be able to show a strong knowledge of back of house operations as well as participate in the preparation and execution of all banquets. Provide assistance with purchasing, inventory, and any administrative needs. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Responsibilities: Plan and execute catering and banquet events; manage and control product inventory levels and quality, forecast product and labor needs for catering and banquets, ensure all private events are executed to company standards. Oversees and assigns the daily work of employees in assigned cost center, provides training, coaching, counseling and tracking regarding employee performance; refers disciplinary issues upward and provides back-up documentation to support actions including discipline, promotion, demotion and termination; assists in preparing and conducting performance appraisals with each direct report on an annual basis. Uphold company standards and guidelines for food preparation and presentation. Ensure proper sanitation and food safety as defined by local and state health department laws. Consult daily with the Executive Chef and/or the Executive Sous Chef to ensure successful operational results. Assist in the planning and daily execution of employee meals. Plan and cost all internal catering events; maintain a log of all internal events to be submitted to the Exeutive Chef on a weekly basis. Trains and directs staff in providing guest service according to Cedar Fair standards on an overall basis; serves as an example to personnel by following guest service standards; takes appropriate actions to correct poor guest service or recognize superior guest service; responds to and resolves more complex typical guest concerns that cannot be resolved at the unit level. Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. Vocational/Technical Training, Associates Degree in Culinary Arts preferred. 2-4 years food service experience. 1-3 years supervisory experience. Open availability to fill a rotating 40 hour schedule, to include nights, weekends and holidays. Ability to pass a servsafe certification class & serve safe alcohol certification class.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Overview: Full-time Year-round Comprehensive Benefits Package The Sous Chef must be able to show a strong knowledge of back of house operations as well as participate in the preparation and execution of all banquets. Provide assistance with purchasing, inventory, and any administrative needs. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Responsibilities: Plan and execute catering and banquet events; manage and control product inventory levels and quality, forecast product and labor needs for catering and banquets, ensure all private events are executed to company standards. Oversees and assigns the daily work of employees in assigned cost center, provides training, coaching, counseling and tracking regarding employee performance; refers disciplinary issues upward and provides back-up documentation to support actions including discipline, promotion, demotion and termination; assists in preparing and conducting performance appraisals with each direct report on an annual basis. Uphold company standards and guidelines for food preparation and presentation. Ensure proper sanitation and food safety as defined by local and state health department laws. Consult daily with the Executive Chef and/or the Executive Sous Chef to ensure successful operational results. Assist in the planning and daily execution of employee meals. Plan and cost all internal catering events; maintain a log of all internal events to be submitted to the Exeutive Chef on a weekly basis. Trains and directs staff in providing guest service according to Cedar Fair standards on an overall basis; serves as an example to personnel by following guest service standards; takes appropriate actions to correct poor guest service or recognize superior guest service; responds to and resolves more complex typical guest concerns that cannot be resolved at the unit level. Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years old. Vocational/Technical Training, Associates Degree in Culinary Arts preferred. 2-4 years food service experience. 1-3 years supervisory experience. Open availability to fill a rotating 40 hour schedule, to include nights, weekends and holidays. Ability to pass a servsafe certification class & serve safe alcohol certification class.
Earl's Kitchen + Bar
Kelowna, British Columbia (BC)
Employer: Earls Kitchen + Bar Vacancies: 1 Job details Location: - 211 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6N2 Salary: - $42,640 annually / 40.00 hours per Week Terms of employment: - Permanent employment, Full time - Early Morning, Evening, Flexible Hours, Morning, Night, Shift, Weekend Benefits: Health, Financial and Other - Health benefits: Group insurance benefits that are available after 4-weeks of employment. This includes a combination of Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Vision care coverage. - Financial benefits: Gratuities that can range from $4-$7 dollars per hour. - Other benefits: Team building opportunities. Start date: - Starts as soon as possible. Languages: - English Education: - No degree, certificate or diploma Experience - 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting: - Restaurant and food service Responsibilities Tasks - Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff - Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers - Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food - Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets - Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff - Requisition food and kitchen supplies - Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards - Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances - Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food - Leading/instructing individuals - Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods - Supervise kitchen staff and helpers - Inspect kitchens and food service areas - Clean kitchen and work areas Additional information Transportation/travel information: - Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: - Fast-paced environment - Work under pressure - Tight deadlines - Handling heavy loads - Physically demanding - Attention to detail - Combination of sitting, standing, walking - Standing for extended periods - Bending, crouching, kneeling Personal suitability - Leadership - Dependability - Efficient interpersonal skills - Excellent oral communication - Flexibility - Initiative - Organized - Reliability - Team player How to apply: By email: By mail: 211 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6N2
Mar 22, 2024
Employer: Earls Kitchen + Bar Vacancies: 1 Job details Location: - 211 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6N2 Salary: - $42,640 annually / 40.00 hours per Week Terms of employment: - Permanent employment, Full time - Early Morning, Evening, Flexible Hours, Morning, Night, Shift, Weekend Benefits: Health, Financial and Other - Health benefits: Group insurance benefits that are available after 4-weeks of employment. This includes a combination of Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Vision care coverage. - Financial benefits: Gratuities that can range from $4-$7 dollars per hour. - Other benefits: Team building opportunities. Start date: - Starts as soon as possible. Languages: - English Education: - No degree, certificate or diploma Experience - 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting: - Restaurant and food service Responsibilities Tasks - Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff - Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers - Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food - Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets - Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff - Requisition food and kitchen supplies - Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards - Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances - Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food - Leading/instructing individuals - Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods - Supervise kitchen staff and helpers - Inspect kitchens and food service areas - Clean kitchen and work areas Additional information Transportation/travel information: - Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: - Fast-paced environment - Work under pressure - Tight deadlines - Handling heavy loads - Physically demanding - Attention to detail - Combination of sitting, standing, walking - Standing for extended periods - Bending, crouching, kneeling Personal suitability - Leadership - Dependability - Efficient interpersonal skills - Excellent oral communication - Flexibility - Initiative - Organized - Reliability - Team player How to apply: By email: By mail: 211 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6N2
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervise and participate in the preparation and execution of all baked goods. Proper communication between all staff, including our own and other departments. Keep an open communication with both subordinates and superiors. Responsible for maintaining adequate training programs for kitchen personnel. Inspect the portion sizes and taste qualities of all items to ensure they are being properly prepared. Inspect all equipment for proper maintenance and report deficiencies to Engineering. Ensure that an adequate supply of equipment is available. Talking to guests for orders or other requests. Make profit improvement recommendations to the Executive Chef Consulting with brides/grooms with wedding cake orders Monitor incoming food products to ensure proper quality and assist storeroom personnel in quality control. Maintain a high level of sanitation and safety. Monitor all refrigeration and dry storage for proper handling and rotation. Plan and develop new dessert menus for restaurants, banquets and special functions, i.e. weddings. Coach and teach all staff members as a continuing process to ensure a smooth operation and maintain a high level standard in the Pastry Kitchen. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING & WORK EXPERIENCE: Able to work flexible hours and days. High school diploma or equivalent. Five years baking experience and graduate from a culinary school. Five years culinary experience in a multi unit hotel or conference center. 2+ years of Advanced Cake Decorating Well versed skills in plated desserts, display pastries, breads, artisan goods, ect. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food products, and food service equipment Knowledge of all facets of a Baking Department: ordering, menu planning, menu costing, ect. Previous experience supervising a staff of 5 or more employees. Ability to communicate effectively. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Respond to any reasonable task assigned. Being available for teaching baking classes when required. Attend meetings as needed, i.e. department head, pre-con, etc. Assist in other areas of the kitchens as needed. Remain alert, courteous and helpful to the guests at all times. Perform other related duties as requested by the Executive Chef. Being an intermediary when Executive/Executive Sous Chefs aren't present. ENVIRONMENT: Inside pastry kitchen standing on hard vinyl floors. Busy noisy environment. Working around hot ovens. Standing for long periods of time. Open kitchen, must be presentable towards guests. Lifting 50+ lbs. daily. BASIC FUNCTION: The Pastry Chef is responsible for overall production of all baked goods in the Pastry Kitchen. Productions include: Dessert items for two restaurants, a display case, outside orders, inside banquet events, wedding cakes and more. With focus on quality and production levels, the Pastry Chef will lead the culinary team on their mission to exceed customers' expectations related to food quality and dining experience. Must keep a solid commitment for guests, staff and professional needs. PIa9f9afe629cd-2470
Mar 23, 2024
Full time
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervise and participate in the preparation and execution of all baked goods. Proper communication between all staff, including our own and other departments. Keep an open communication with both subordinates and superiors. Responsible for maintaining adequate training programs for kitchen personnel. Inspect the portion sizes and taste qualities of all items to ensure they are being properly prepared. Inspect all equipment for proper maintenance and report deficiencies to Engineering. Ensure that an adequate supply of equipment is available. Talking to guests for orders or other requests. Make profit improvement recommendations to the Executive Chef Consulting with brides/grooms with wedding cake orders Monitor incoming food products to ensure proper quality and assist storeroom personnel in quality control. Maintain a high level of sanitation and safety. Monitor all refrigeration and dry storage for proper handling and rotation. Plan and develop new dessert menus for restaurants, banquets and special functions, i.e. weddings. Coach and teach all staff members as a continuing process to ensure a smooth operation and maintain a high level standard in the Pastry Kitchen. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING & WORK EXPERIENCE: Able to work flexible hours and days. High school diploma or equivalent. Five years baking experience and graduate from a culinary school. Five years culinary experience in a multi unit hotel or conference center. 2+ years of Advanced Cake Decorating Well versed skills in plated desserts, display pastries, breads, artisan goods, ect. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food products, and food service equipment Knowledge of all facets of a Baking Department: ordering, menu planning, menu costing, ect. Previous experience supervising a staff of 5 or more employees. Ability to communicate effectively. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Respond to any reasonable task assigned. Being available for teaching baking classes when required. Attend meetings as needed, i.e. department head, pre-con, etc. Assist in other areas of the kitchens as needed. Remain alert, courteous and helpful to the guests at all times. Perform other related duties as requested by the Executive Chef. Being an intermediary when Executive/Executive Sous Chefs aren't present. ENVIRONMENT: Inside pastry kitchen standing on hard vinyl floors. Busy noisy environment. Working around hot ovens. Standing for long periods of time. Open kitchen, must be presentable towards guests. Lifting 50+ lbs. daily. BASIC FUNCTION: The Pastry Chef is responsible for overall production of all baked goods in the Pastry Kitchen. Productions include: Dessert items for two restaurants, a display case, outside orders, inside banquet events, wedding cakes and more. With focus on quality and production levels, the Pastry Chef will lead the culinary team on their mission to exceed customers' expectations related to food quality and dining experience. Must keep a solid commitment for guests, staff and professional needs. PIa9f9afe629cd-2470
Description: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assuming the duties of the appropriate Kitchen Department heads in their absence. Communicating daily with the Chef on Duty for job assignments. Producing and fabricating food products daily for the Dining Room, Fine Dining Room, cafeteria and banquets. Maintaining a high level of sanitation and safety in the Kitchen area. Possessing knowledge of all Kitchen hardware and their particular functions for use in breakdown and cleaning. Dating all fabricated food items before storage. Utilizing all trimmings, excess and unused portions of fabricated food items. Assisting the Chef on Duty with banquets and/or conference dining dish out for food service. Adhere to the policies of the Resort as set forth in the Employee Handbook and report any observed violations to Human Resources. Maintain the highest level of employee/guest relations. Maintain a good working relationship with all Departments. MARIGINAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to work any assigned shift/work schedule. Any other task, written or verbal, assigned by Management. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE 6 months experience in heavy volume food production. High school diploma or equivalent experience/training. Meet governmental health requirements. Ability to operate kitchen power equipment. Ability to utilize cutting instruments. Ability to transport, handle and/or lift 40 lbs. (NOTE: kitchen equipment and food and non-food items). Ability to effectively communicate in the English language. BASIC FUNCTION: The Cook I assists the Sous Chef in heavy production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook I should maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level form the Kitchen staff. Requirements: PI99b91d05a1-
Mar 23, 2024
Full time
Description: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assuming the duties of the appropriate Kitchen Department heads in their absence. Communicating daily with the Chef on Duty for job assignments. Producing and fabricating food products daily for the Dining Room, Fine Dining Room, cafeteria and banquets. Maintaining a high level of sanitation and safety in the Kitchen area. Possessing knowledge of all Kitchen hardware and their particular functions for use in breakdown and cleaning. Dating all fabricated food items before storage. Utilizing all trimmings, excess and unused portions of fabricated food items. Assisting the Chef on Duty with banquets and/or conference dining dish out for food service. Adhere to the policies of the Resort as set forth in the Employee Handbook and report any observed violations to Human Resources. Maintain the highest level of employee/guest relations. Maintain a good working relationship with all Departments. MARIGINAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to work any assigned shift/work schedule. Any other task, written or verbal, assigned by Management. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE 6 months experience in heavy volume food production. High school diploma or equivalent experience/training. Meet governmental health requirements. Ability to operate kitchen power equipment. Ability to utilize cutting instruments. Ability to transport, handle and/or lift 40 lbs. (NOTE: kitchen equipment and food and non-food items). Ability to effectively communicate in the English language. BASIC FUNCTION: The Cook I assists the Sous Chef in heavy production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquet cooking, dining room, and fine dining. The Cook I should maintain a passive leadership role in maintaining adequate production level form the Kitchen staff. Requirements: PI99b91d05a1-