Executive Sous Chef - Casino jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

The Sous Chef will be responsible for food planning and production for the restaurant, catering events and pool cafe'.  Will assist in the development of menus and recipes for a contemporary approach to classic American Cuisine. Maintain consistent high food quality, while upholding sanitation and safety standards. This position is responsible for motivating, training, and supervising kitchen and stewarding departments.

Job duties will include:

Develops food menus for the restaurant and presents the dishes to the Executive Chef to taste and for approval. Monitors the schedules and coordinates the work of cooks, stewards and other kitchen employees to assure that labor is within budgeted labor costs. Assists with the purchasing of all food products and other kitchen supplies. Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times. Follows guidelines and controls to assure that food costs are within budget. Develops consistent standard recipes, food preparation techniques, portion control and plating standards for all restaurant dishes. Recommends menu pricing based on food cost. Is knowledgeable about the food and beverage budget and takes an active role to ensure targets are met or adjusted daily, weekly and monthly. Interacts with food and beverage management to ensure that food production consistently exceeds the expectations of guests.Coordinates food production and creativity for special events being planned throughout the resort. Maintains a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.

This position provides opportunities for advancement.