Sous Chef, Emeril's Kitchen(Caesars New Orleans)

Sous Chef

The Sous Chef administers the overall activities of the restaurant operation.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

• Manages the day-to-day operation of the assigned restaurant in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Establishes and administers training programs within the assigned restaurant; counsels, guides and instructs personnel in the proper performance of their duties.
• Directs the development and administration of controls for all phases of the restaurant in an economical and profitable manner while maintaining established standards.
• Coordinates the maintenance and development of methods for quality preparation of food; assists in the maintenance and development of procedures for food service and present menu items for maximum customer satisfaction.
• Maintains an efficient program of scheduling to ensure a high standard of food preparation and service with the use of minimum labor hours.
• Ensures that available facilities are adequate for the performance of duties by assigned personnel.
• Maintains and instructs assigned personnel as to safety policies and procedures and follows up to ensure hazards are eliminated. Monitors appearance of food served and communicates deviations from standard to the Kitchen Manager.
• Acts immediately on all customer comments to ensure that corrections are made when possible.
• Performs assigned input work in compiling annual budgets. Prepares and coordinates the periodical performance review of assigned personnel.
• Recommends changes including hiring, promotion, demotion and release of personnel, recommends wage and salary adjustments for personnel within established limits.
• Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars and encourages others to do the same. Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental and company policies

What You Will Need

• Must be a graduate of post high school, two year Culinary Arts School or equivalent technical training in food and beverage field substituted on a year-to-year basis.
• Five years restaurant industry work, including two years in food preparation and service and three years in supervision is required.
• Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the casino, including all food and beverage service areas.
• Must be able to coordinate multiple tasks at one time.
• Must be able to compile, compute and analyze pertinent data needed for reports.
• Must be able to negotiate with diverse departments.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and tactfully.
• Must be able to implement strategic vision and plan into day-to-day operations.
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondary smoke.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.
• GAMING PERMIT: N/A

About Us

Caesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel earned recognition as a City Business "Best Places to Work" honoree and was named "#1 Large Employer" in the New Orleans area by the "Times-Picayune" Top Workplaces program. A destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to provide exceptional experiences for our guests.

Caesars New Orleans Casino is a Caesars Entertainment company. Our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars, Harrah's, Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.

Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail every day. Our mission, "Create the Extraordinary". Our vision, "Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars". If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.

Job Info

• Job Identification 86516
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Caesars New Orleans