Chef Sous- Full Time, Cafe (Harrah's SoCal)

• Supervises the preparation of food in assigned kitchen.  
• Performs frequent checks of assigned food preparation areas and assist in food production when volume requires. 
• Assists in the maintenance of prescribed standards for quality, quantity and appearance of food prepared in assigned food preparation area through effective guidance, counseling, and instruction of assigned personnel. 
• Assign stations and breaks for subordinate personnel and directs their work activity. 
• Maintains an adequate supply of food stock for the needs of assigned kitchens; controls ordering to eliminate waste; and keeps sanitary conditions at acceptable standards. 
• Encourages cooperation between assigned food preparation personnel and food service personnel to insure quick and efficient service from the kitchen. 
• Maintains facilities and equipment in clean and operable condition. 
• Performs inspections of assigned areas as directed. 
• Prepares and presents periodic performance appraisals of assigned personnel and recommends promotions of wage increases to Specialty Chef. 
• Counsels, coaches, guides, and develops assigned personnel in the performance of their duties.

• Provides for safety and security.

• Handles employees' complaints or grievances.

• Recommends disciplinary action or disciplines employees. 

• Supervises and monitors workload of their direct reports. 

• Monitors legal compliance with federal, state, and gaming laws.

• Two-year culinary degree preferred.
• Minimum of four years food preparation in high volume establishment. 
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks. 
• Ability to implement strategic vision and plans into day-to-day operations. 
• Must demonstrate supervisory skills.
• Must be able to obtain a San Diego County Food Handler’s Card. 
• Strong leadership skills are necessary.
• Must be able to work long hours, any day of the week and any shift including weekends and holidays.  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the kitchen and food service areas. 
• Must be able to tolerate areas with high, humid temperatures in excess of 115 degrees. 
• Must be able to tolerate chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas. 
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds in a cart.
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and stack. 
• Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations. 
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise levels, illumination, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English and be able to conduct conversations with peers in a distinctive and persuasive manner. 

Pay: $65k per year, depending on experience

Preference is given to qualified Rincon tribal members and members of other federally recognized tribes.