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Base pay range
$55,000.00 / yr - $70,000.00 / yr
Overview
The Sous Chef for the Food Hall will work alongside the Executive Sous Chef to manage the daily operations of the kitchen, including leading and motivating a team of kitchen staff, creating menus, and managing food costs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Executive Sous Chef to create new menus and update existing ones
- Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including food preparation and cooking, plating, and presentation
- Train and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring proper techniques, safety standards, and sanitation procedures
- Manage food costs by ordering ingredients, minimizing waste, and implementing inventory control procedures
- Ensure that all dishes are prepared and presented to high standards of quality, taste, and appearance
- Collaborate with other departments, such as front-of-house staff and management, to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, techniques, and innovations, and incorporate them into the menu and kitchen operations as appropriate
- Handle administrative duties, such as scheduling, payroll, and inventory management
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times
- Temporary or permanent duties and responsibilities may be added or modified as deemed necessary
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or culinary degree in a related field, and / or equivalent combination of education and experienceCertification from a culinary school preferredTwo (2) or more years of experience as a Sous Chef or similar roleCertified Food Protection Manager Certification requiredPrevious leadership experience in the culinary field preferredExcellent knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and equipmentComplete knowledge of health and safety regulationsUnderstanding of food cost management and inventory controlBasic knowledge of Microsoft Office softwareIn-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations, especially large-volume productionExtensive kitchen technical knowledge and current culinary trendsKnowledge and compliance with health and safety policies and procedures, sanitation, proper chemical usage, fire procedures, and HACCPCreative, innovative, and able to develop new menus for appropriate clienteleAbility to optimize staffing to maximize efficiency and minimize labor costsStrong knowledge of menu preparation and presentationExcellent interpersonal and guest relations skillsAbility to lead and mentor a teamExcellent organizational skills with attention to detail under time constraintsWilling to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekendsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentSupervisory Responsibilities
This position will supervise all line-level positions within the Food Hall.
Diversity Commitment
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is committed to ensuring an inclusive space and sense of belonging for our Members. We believe our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and that diverse voices should be integrated into our work. We foster a culture of inclusion and respectful collaboration while promoting equality and empowerment.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Member must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state, and local regulations.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents in English, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in English may also be required.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role requires standing, repetitive hand use, reaching, speaking, and vision requirements. Ability to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds as needed.
Work Environment
The work environment is moderate in noise level. The member may be exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke in certain areas.
Salary
$55,000.00 per year - $70,000.00 per year
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