Executive Chef
1 month ago
San Carlos
Job DescriptionDescription: POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Director of Food & Beverage, responsible for all hot and cold food preparations as well as ordering and receiving food. Ensures all kitchen employees effectively perform their duties and work safely. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES The list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive. • Responsible for making sure the food is made correctly and in a timely manner for the guests., • Prepares staff schedules and reviews timesheets., • Trains line cooks in the restaurant outlets., • Writes menus, prepares costing and scheduling., • Responsible for cost control and appropriate utilization of supplies., • Supervises cleaning of all kitchen areas., • Increases kitchen’s effectiveness by assisting in recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, disciplining employees, communicating values, strategies, and objectives, assigning accountabilities, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results., • Teaches all kitchen employees the skills required of their specific position. Including but not be limited to the use and care of the steel, the use of knives and other culinary tools. Keeps safety and sanitation uppermost in mind., • Teaches the art of butchering, carving, and basic cooking fundamentals in each of the areas supervised., • Supervises and prepares foods for the buffet or for banquets as required by production sheets for the event(s)., • Informs wait staff of any food shortages well in advance of this occurrence. Finds a suitable substitute for the menu item if at all possible., • Ensures that the proper amounts of food have been prepared for the Buffet in accordance with the production sheets. Supervises the replenishment of the buffet so that guests will always find properly cooked food in sufficient quantity for their needs., • Works on the service line of the restaurants supervising and training line cooks in the fundamentals of this line including but not limited to: portion control, plate appearance, and food proper food preparation., • Teaches all line cooks the principle of “pulling the wheel” and “expediting” so that all orders for a given table will be served at the same time., • Teaches all line cooks the principle of working not less than 10 tickets at the same time, 15 as proficiency increases., • Ensures the number of lost tickets shall be a maximum of 1-2 per week., • Teaches all line cooks the importance of sanitation, cleaning, and safety. Ensures all employees to “clean as they go”., • Ensures the line cooks prepare a variety of foods in quantities according to the menu and number of patrons to be served., • Directs activities to one or more workers assisting with preparing and serving meals., • Works according to established procedures of the Casino., • Maintains a good communication with co-workers and maintains a positive and professional work environment., • Knowledge of food preparation methods and techniques., • Knowledge of operation of food preparation equipment and machinery., • Knowledge of operation of holding ovens and baking ovens., • Skill in managing assigned staff., • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with supervisor and fellow employees., • Ability to work in a busy, fast paced work environment and to perform in a professional appearance and manner., • Must complete the Arizona Title 4 BASIC Liquor Law Training class and obtain the Certificate of Completion within 90 days of employment. The Certificate must be updated every 3 years, • Skill in supervising assigned staff., • Must complete the Food Handler’s Training instruction online and obtain the Food Handler’s Certificate within 30 days of employment. The Certificate must be updated every 2 years. Work is generally performed in the Casino’s kitchen area with exposure to heat, fumes and steam. Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED plus eight years in kitchen and food preparation management. ACF Certification preferred; or equivalent combination of experience and education. Must be at least 21 years of age. No felony, theft, stealing convictions, or any gaming offense. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand for extended periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.