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Sous Chef - Hard Rock Cafe

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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa

Rockford, IL (In Person)

$58,750 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/28/2026

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Job Description

Sous Chef - Hard Rock Cafe Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa - 3.9 Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $67,500 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Customer communication Staff supervision Team supervision Managing kitchen staff Meat cookery Full Job Description Our team members are the key to our company's success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
The incumbent in this position is responsible for overseeing food preparation on all shifts for an assigned food outlet to ensure quality food and guest satisfaction. Coordinates with front-of-the-house staff to ensure effective coordination of service to achieve Hard Rock Rockford food service goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position) Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members to provide superior guest service. Hires, trains, motivates, evaluates, and supervises staff to ensure that team members receive adequate guidance and resources to accomplish established objectives. Establishes and maintains training and development procedures to ensure superior guest service standards are achieved. Maintains department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget to ensure proper management of department. Monitors food purchasing, staffing, food preparation and food inventory to control food and labor cost and waste, ensuring adherence to the budget. Monitors and evaluates food preparation by observing cooking techniques and tasting results to ensure food quality and consistency according to recipe and HAACP standards. Assists in developing menu changes to ensure variety and food quality. Monitors and advice on storage of food items to ensure quality of food and compliance with health requirements. Assists Hard Rock Cafe Chef in other kitchen areas on a relief basis as necessary. Operates, maintains and oversees operation of all kitchen equipment, including, but not limited to slicers, grinders, patty machines daily. Perform work regularly and predictably. Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned. Other duties as assigned
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Attend seminars when needed.
EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis) A minimum of 8 years progressive preparation experience, or through the completion of a culinary arts degree or accredited apprenticeship 4 years of progressive food preparation experience At least 1 year in a supervisory capacity
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
(Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc.): Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's and all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations Must successfully pass background check. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
KNOWLEDGE OF
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service. Food, food products, food preparation, etc. Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service. How to prepare stocks, soups, mother sauces, all varieties of meat including veal, pork, beef, lamb, poultry, game and seafood. Complete understanding of kitchen operations. Demonstrated organizational skills, budgeting experience and full understanding of financials.
ABILITY TO
Present an image of excitement, enthusiasm, and outgoing personality, while being able to project a professional appearance. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed. Deliver programs which create a service level of excellence for internal and external guests. Communicate effectively with all levels of team members and outside contacts. Act professionally with a constantly changing internal and external environment. Monitor and control cash flow and security of assets. Link scheduling to customer flow. Observe and direct actions of subordinates monitor all activity within the dining room and to inspect and maintain areas for which are responsible. Use all tools associated with the position including but not limited to knives, slicers and choppers. Review and comprehend recipes and other necessary documentation. Inspect quality of all food items.
Pay Range:
Pay Range:
$50,000 - $67,500