River Rock Casino Resort is on the lookout for an energetic and passionate Sous Chef to join our Buffet and Chairman Lounge team! Our Sous Chef will be responsible for the supervision of our kitchens to create culinary fare for our food outlets and for our banquets. In addition, our Sous Chef will promote an open-door policy, and will take initiative in the continual quest for cuisine excellence while maintaining a safe and welcoming work environment for all employees. Other responsibilities include:
Preparing and cooking a variety of cuisine for various outlets, using skill, creativity, and cost effective methods
Developing and cultivating strong working relationships with all stakeholders (guests, ownership and employees)
Training and developing kitchen staff in all areas of food operations
Training and ensuring the ongoing practice of safe food handling and preparation techniques
Ensuring compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
Developing daily specials and contributing to menu development
Assisting in maintaining budgeted labour and food costs
Assisting with month end inventories as directed
Working closely with Executive Chef and F&B Manager to maintain successful food and beverage operations
Successful candidates will demonstrate the following qualifications:
Minimum 2 years experience in culinary management
Demonstrated ability to lead by example
Culinary education required
Red Seal certification, current enrollment in the program an asset
High school diploma
Food Safe Level 2 certification, Serving It Right certification
The ability to successfully obtain a Criminal Record Check through the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch
A passion for providing a Great Experience and Memory to all guests, both external and internal
Ability to exceed internal and external customer expectations through timely, effective, and service oriented communication
Working knowledge of MS Office
Handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment, and work under pressure and meet deadlines with particular attention to detail.
Interpersonal service skills, organization skills to plan time effectively, and work without direct supervision
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to provide leadership in a team environment and motivating, developing, and sharing in the successes of the team
A commitment to continually increase your knowledge of our products and services in order to offer exceptional experiences to our guests
A willingness to learn, develop and achieve new skills for personal and professional development
Live GCE Values on the job: Integrity, Team Engagement, Drive to Succeed, Service Excellence and Citizenship.
A passion for providing Great Experiences and Memories to our internal and external guests in the continual quest of achieving service excellence
River Rock Casino Resort operates 24x7, candidates must be ready and willing to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, graveyards, weekends and holidays. The hours of work will be based on customer and business needs.
