Sous Chef- La Strada
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Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
| WE ARE CAESARS |
At Caesars Entertainment our Mission Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.
Our corporate social responsibility framework People Planet Play represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in. |
HOURLY RATE: $20.00
JOB SUMMARY
The Sous Chef is a senior hourly culinary role responsible for leading line execution maintaining station excellence and supporting service flow. This position focuses on hands-on production station leadership professionalism and coaching line cooks during service. The Sous Chef needs to work the line and cover for breaks vacations changeovers and callouts. Next in command after the Assistant Room Chef.
HOW YOU WILL CREATE THE EXTRAORDINARY
Coach line cooks on technique timing and organization during service
- Cook at busy change overs/callouts/vacations/breaks/volume surges as needed
- Assist in production and quality levels of all food products both incoming and outgoing
- Must maintain proper sanitation environment to include proper use cleaning and handling of all equipment and products
- Maintain open and daily communication with staff and management
- Assist the Room Chefs and other Assistant Restaurant Chefs as needed
- Check all storage areas daily communicating any problems in food storage receiving handling and temperature control
- Maintain speed organization and consistency during service
- Always maintain a high level of professionalism and strong work ethic on the line
- Must have superior knife skills
Ensure all food safety sanitation and temperature standards are consistently met
- Exemplify our core values family style service our mission and vision
- Exemplify our DEI (diversity equity inclusion) culture
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
- Must be able to read write and verbally communicate effectively in English
- Follow established company policies and procedures
- Must think on their feet and make quick decisions
Lead assigned stations or shifts to ensure timely accurate execution
- Supervise and instruct others follow instructions influence others meet time requirements work precisely and problem solve using independent judgment and decision-making skills
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff and guests
- Support onboarding and cross-training of hourly culinary staff
- Maintain proper use cleaning and handling of all kitchen equipment
- Ensure station setup breakdown and cleanliness standards are met
- Required knowledge of all culinary departments
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Culinary degree and/or equivalent professional experience preferred
Prior lead or senior cook experience preferred
- Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary experience across multiple stations
- Responsible for maintaining sanitation and safety as set by Washoe County Health Department Guidelines in all kitchens of the restaurant
- Utilize proper hand washing techniques
- Must be able to push/pull and lift/carry 50 pounds unassisted
- Must be able to work overhead
- Must be able to tolerate repetitious hand/arm/wrist movements
- Must be able to stand and walk for most of the shift
- Must have the ability to shift back and forth between 2 or more activities in a timely manner and the ability to complete each
- Must be able to tolerate hot and cold temperature fluctuations
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.
We believe in delivering family-style servicean approach that fosters warmth connection and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family creating a welcoming environment built on respect teamwork and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers we prioritize service that is thoughtful supportive and rooted in genuine relationships |
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.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Catering
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
About Company
Caesars Entertainment invites you to indulge in elegance. Hotels, upscale casinos, breathtaking shows, and gourmet dining – where entertainment reaches new heights!
