Banquet Sous Chef - Silver Legacy (Reno)

Starting pay: $20.00 USD

JOB SUMMARY

The Sous Chef needs to be able to work the line and cover for breaks, vacations, changeovers, and callouts. Next in command after the Assistant Room Chef when the Room Chef is absent. Must always maintain a high level of quality and professionalism.

ESSENTIAL DUITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (May include, but is not limited to the following) 

• Train and develop employees skills
• Help cook at busy change overs/callouts/vacations/breaks as needed
• Assist in production and quality levels of all food products, both incoming and outgoing
• Must maintain proper sanitation environment to include proper use, cleaning and handling of all equipment and product
• Maintain open and daily communication with staff and management
• Assist the Room Chefs and other Assistant Restaurant Chefs as needed
• Timely execution of all responsibilities and assignments
• Carry out policies and procedures of the Silver Legacy
• Exemplify our core values, family style service, our mission and vision 
• Exemplify our DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) culture 
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively in English 
• Follow established company policies and procedures
• Must think on their feet and make quick decisions
• Must be able to work the kitchen line in all positions
• Supervise and instruct others, follow instructions, influence others, meet time requirements, work precisely, and problem solve using independent judgment and decision-making skills 
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff and guests 
• Must possess knowledge of use, cleaning, and breakdown of equipment 
• Must maintain a high level of sanitation and safety 
• Required knowledge of all culinary departments  
• Always maintain a high level of professionalism 
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of computer software to include MS Word, Excel
• General office experience preferred 
• 2 years plus cooking experience with some supervisory experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT (May be required in order to perform the essential functions of the position)

• Work may be performed in an area, which may be unusually noisy and crowded
• Mobility to include bending, reaching, prolonged standing and walking, accessing and lifting items from floor level to six feet high
• Normal sense of smell, touch, sound and vision range 
• Eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity 
• Work area is subject to variable temperatures
• May be subject to smoking environment and moderate noise

GUEST SERVICE (INTERNAL/EXTERNAL) STANDARDS: Employee is required to meet and deliver our core values, service standards, and family style service.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must have the ability to provide internal/ external guests with service excellence, have excellent communication skills and observation skills, and have an easygoing demeanor to ensure a fun and safe environment for our guests. Above average speech - both speaking and reading/writing English. Need excellent interpersonal skills. Work requires schedule flexibility which may include days off, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Essential duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and individuals religious beliefs or practices.

As a part of the new hire process, candidates will be required to complete a background check post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.