Chef de Cuisine

Chef de Cuisine Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Inc. - 3.2 Altoona, IA Job Details Full-time From $70,000 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Microsoft Word Menu design Kitchen health and safety standards Microsoft Excel Inventory control Food service health code compliance ServSafe Writing skills Accounting software Restaurant management Cooking High school diploma or GED Food service inventory management Kitchen cost control Task prioritization Plating Profit & Loss statement Budgeting Restaurant cost management Restaurant experience Food Handler Certification Kitchen experience Full Job Description Get paid when you need it - daily, weekly or biweekly! •Approximately $70,000/year - commensurate with experience, with potential to grow. At AJ's Steakhouse our employees serve more than the choicest cuts of beef, they serve an unforgettable experience. If you're willing to strive to exceed expectations, we want you to join AJ's team as our Chef de Cuisine. As the XXX, you will be directly responsible for the day-to-day operations of AJ's Steakhouse, as well as, assisting the Executive Chef in leading the overall vision of your work environment and the organization's culinary goals. If you enjoy a highly motivated environment and pride yourself on quality work, this is the job for you! Apply today! Here's what you'll be responsible for: Responsible for food service of AJ's Steakhouse from planning and preparing to delivery of all food Oversee that kitchen work area is ready for daily operation, ensuring compliance with established standards and requirements Ensure all food is consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant's recipes, portioning, cooking, and presentation standards Assist the Executive Chef in leading the AJ's Steakhouse staff, developing menus, and creating culinary goals Work with front of house restaurant management to ensure the guest experience exceeds expectations

Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's or related culinary degree preferred. Minimum of three years' experience as a Chef or Sous Chef. Experience in large full-service, upscale, high-volume restaurant kitchen. Experience with collective bargaining environment preferred. Excellent dietary, cooking, supervisory, and customer service skills preferred. Knowledge of Iowa Department of Health regulations is required. Serv Safe certification required. Must be skilled in plating and presentation, as well as menu development with budgeted food costs. Must possess knowledge of labor management and inventory control. Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and working knowledge of P&L statements and Agilysys software. Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines while maintaining a strong attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere while maintaining a positive professional work environment. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with persons of diverse backgrounds. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time. Subject to, hot equipment, hot oil, sharp objects, and wet floors. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push carts up to 150 lbs. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and varied hours.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $70,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Shift:

8 hour shift Evening shift

Work Location:

In person