Sous Chef- Manhattan Deli- Swing Shift
Job Description
- ID
- 2024-20843
- Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Subdivision
- Food & Beverage, Leadership
Overview
Come join Team Atlantis! As a Sous Chef within the Atlantis Casino Resort and Spa, you will play a crucial role in providing an exceptional dining experience for our guests. The sous chef is the second-in-command in a kitchen, working directly under the executive chef and responsible for overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations. A successful sous chef ensures not only the delivery of excellent dishes but also the smooth operation of the kitchen, making them a vital part of any restaurant's success.
Responsibilities
- Prepare a wide variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, salads, and desserts, while ensuring adherence to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety and quality.
- Collaborate with fellow kitchen staff to ensure efficient production and timely service.
- Utilize various cooking techniques such as grilling, frying, sautéing, baking, and roasting to create flavorful and visually appealing dishes.
- Adjust cooking methods and timings based on ingredient freshness and guest preferences.
- Execute menu items with precision, maintaining consistency in taste, appearance, and portion size.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages or excesses to the sous chef or kitchen manager.
- Taste and evaluate dishes for flavor, seasoning, and quality before they are served to guests.
- Implement corrective actions when necessary to ensure the highest standard of dishes.
- Work closely with fellow cooks, kitchen staff, and sous chefs to coordinate cooking times and maintain a smooth kitchen operation.
- Participate in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff members.
- Adhere to strict hygiene, health, and safety standards, including proper use of equipment, utensils, and personal protective equipment.
- Keep workstations clean and organized, practicing good sanitation habits throughout the shift.
- Manage multiple orders simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while upholding quality standards.
- Assist in maintaining kitchen inventory, rotating stock, and minimizing food waste.
- Other duties as assigned my management
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
Qualifications
- 5 years cooking experience
- 1 year experience as a Supervisor
- Ability to interview potential new hires
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and kitchen management.
- Proven experience as a Cook in a high-volume restaurant setting.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Culinary degree or relevant culinary certifications are a plus.
**Physical Requirements: **
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy pots, pans, and trays.
- Comfortable working in a hot and fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Be able to lift 50 pounds safely.
- Be able to stand for long periods of the time.
- Must be able to move freely in confined spaces.
***Must adhere to all appearance standards, including but not limited to no "visible" tattoos/piercings or unnatural hair colors. ***
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa fosters a team working environment and an environment that is focused on Team Member recognition and appreciation. Some of the ways in which we accomplish this is by offering the following:
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, supplemental coverage)
- 401K retirement savings plan + discretionary match
- Education Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Paid Vacation
- Holiday Pay
- Recreation /Fitness Discounts
- Weekly Resort Prizes
- Career Development and Training Workshops
- FREE daily meal
- Internal Advancement
Application Instructions
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