Sous Chef — David Burke Prime, Foxwoods Resort Casino The Sous Chef is the Executive Chef's right hand: running the line during service, leading and training the cook team, and owning the day-to-day execution of a fine-dining steakhouse kitchen. David Burke Prime is a classic American steakhouse at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. We are staffing the reopening of our dining room, bar, and kitchen.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Run the pass and lead the line during service, ensuring every plate meets recipe, portion, and presentation standards Supervise, train, and schedule line cooks, prep cooks, and porters; coach performance and build a strong kitchen culture Manage daily prep lists, par levels, ordering, and receiving; control food cost and minimize waste Oversee proper handling of dry-aged and prime beef, seafood, and shellfish programs Enforce HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and temperature-logging standards across all stations and walk-ins Step into any station as needed and act as the kitchen leader in the Executive Chef's absence

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

3+ years in a Sous Chef or senior lead cook role in a high-volume, fine-dining, or steakhouse kitchen Proven ability to lead and develop a large kitchen team Strong command of classic technique, protein cookery, butchery, sauces, and plating Experience with inventory, ordering, food cost, and labor management ServSafe Manager certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) Reliable and punctual; evening and weekend availability required, and holidays are required for all positions

SCHEDULE & PAY

Full-time Evenings, weekends & holidays required Salary, commensurate with experience

HIRING PREFERENCE

In accordance with the requirements of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, hiring preference is given to qualified Native American applicants.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through Indeed with a current resume. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview and asked to fill out a job application on our website. Root2 LLC d/b/a David Burke Prime is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person