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Caesars Entertainment
Chef Sous- Full Time, Cafe (Harrahs SoCal)
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What they do
A Sous Chef hands on and actively involved in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Sous chefs fill in as leaders for the head chef, and get involved in preparing food like station chefs when needed.
$68,204 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
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. 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.