Sous Chef - Bakery
2 days ago
Las Vegas
Position Overview Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Monitor daily activities of the line cooks to ensure recipe integrity, quality of meals, production/prep are complete for menus and special events., • Prepare and assign production/prep work for line cooks to complete review priorities., • Meet with chefs to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance., • Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of work areas to strictly abide to CCHD health regulations., • Meet with chefs to discuss business needs, issues, production/prep needs, special events, and guest relations pertaining to the department., • Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, services, procedures, and standards., • Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended., • Assist in the creation and planning of menus and implement changes to continue to attract business., • Communicate additions or changes to the assignments as they arise throughout the shift. Identify situations which compromise the department's standards and delegate these tasks., • Ensure that opening shift completes start-up of kitchen line and designated prep work according to department procedures., • Maintain production charts according to department standards., • Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and hotel requirements., • Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost., • Ensure that assigned staff have reported to work; document any late or absent employees., • Coordinate breaks for assigned staff., • Mentor, teach, provide leadership, and serve as a resource to line level Team Members., • Maintain positive guest relations at all times by resolving guest complaints and ensuring guest satisfaction., • Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately., • Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment., • Comply with occupational, health, and safety standards (OSHA)., • Safety is an essential function of this job., • Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this job., • Performs other related duties as assigned. Company Standards of Conduct All The Venetian Resort Team Members are expected to conduct and carry themselves in a professional manner at all times. Team Members are required to observe the Company’s standards, work requirements and rules of conduct. Minimum Qualifications • 21 years of age., • Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States., • High school diploma or equivalent. Associate degree in Food and Beverage and/or course completion from an accredited Culinary Institute preferred., • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Health Card and any other certification or license, as required by law or policy., • 3 years of experience as a manager in a high-volume kitchen., • Experience in similar resort/hotel setting preferred., • Exposure to all facets of the field (Pulled sugar, blowing sugar, pastillage, and chocolate work)., • Able to read, translate, and execute recipes., • Demonstrated experience in advanced knife skills, proper food handling and proper sanitation practice., • Working knowledge of basic and large production kitchen equipment., • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and basic computer skills., • Compute basic mathematical calculations., • Experienced in ARIBA ordering., • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with guests and other Team Members of different backgrounds and levels of experience., • Must be able to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays. Physical Requirements Must be able to: • Lift or carry 50 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks, as assigned., • Physically access all areas of the property and drive areas with or without a reasonable accommodation., • Maintain composure under pressure and consistently meet deadlines with internal and external customers and contacts., • Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with guests, management, other team members, and outside contacts., • Ability for prolonged periods to walk, stand, stretch, bend and kneel., • Work in a fast-paced and busy environment., • Work indoors and be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to, CRT, noise, dust, and cigarette smoke.