Lead Sushi Chef - Eldorado (Reno)

Starting Pay: $18.00 USD

JOB SUMMARY

Sushi Chefs are trusted to put out fresh clean food in a comfortable environment. Take every step to confirm that the products put out are as fresh as possible. Interacts with diners to make eating out more of a learning experience. Serves dishes full of color and vibrancy that dazzle the customer. Responsible for all types of cooking functions required for the preparation of specialty (Sushi) menu items.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (May include but is not limited to the following)

• Preparing recipes and food items in accordance with the Executive/Head Chef requirements and standards
• Preparing recipes hot cold and dessert food items in accordance to standard operating procedures including sushi preparations
• Preparation service production and storage of food items
• Prepare sauces sauts tempura wood oven teppanyaki grill desserts and sushi food items in accordance with restaurant needs
• Put food deliveries away once delivered including dry storage chilled items accordingly and rotate food products to ensure FIFO and freshness
• Ensures ingredient supply levels are accurate
• Observes safety rules and regulations
• Communicate effectively to guests and coworkers
• Read and execute recipes
• Maintaining exceptional menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation
• Maintain a clean and organized work station and kitchen area at all times
• Slice dice chop and prepare food using knives
• Utilize portion control and measuring devices
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Skillfully and knowledgably working each kitchen stations
• Follow local Health Department food code rules and regulations
• Maintain par level of operating supplies and food product for each workstation
• Display a handson approach (when required) to satisfy the expectation of guest and associates
• Has extensive knowledge of Japanese cuisine sake cooking techniques and culture
• Recognizes that guest service and attention to detail is his/her top priority
• Knows how to handle VIPs and has a good memory for repeat guests names and preference

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively internally and externally
• High standards of quality of service
• High standards of personal grooming
• Ability to conduct seminars and training
• Selfmotivated
• Outgoing personality
• Effective problem solving skills
• Ability to delegate effectively
• Approachable
• Excellent organizational skills
• People oriented
• Advanced supervisory and training skills
• High School diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT (May be required in order to perform the essential functions of the position)

• Frequent standing/walking/sitting for extended periods
• Work is performed in the kitchen locations of the property
• Exposure to chemical cleaning solvents
• Ability to tolerate varying conditions of noise level temperature illumination and air quality
• 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

GUEST SERVICE (INTERNAL/EXTERNAL) STANDARDS: Employee is required to meet and deliver our core values service standards and family style service.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must have the ability to provide internal/ external guests with service excellence have excellent communication skills and observation skills and have an easygoing demeanor to ensure a fun and safe environment for our guests. Above average speech both speaking and reading/writing English. Need excellent interpersonal skills. Work requires schedule flexibility which may include days off nights weekends holidays and overtime as needed.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Essential duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations as required by law for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy pregnancyrelated conditions or where a conflict exists between the position and individuals religious beliefs or practices.

As a part of the new hire process candidates will be required to complete a background check postoffer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race color national origin sex age over 40 religion disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.