SOUS CHEF

Do you thrive in a fast-paced & exciting environment? Do you have a passion for bringing joy to others? Do you want to be part of a company that not only cares for and uplifts their team members but also the community around them? Then Saratoga Casino Hotel may be the place for you! We offer highly competitive benefits and wages, opportunities for career growth, all in a fun & unique working environment.

About Us:

As the premier entertainment destination for the Capital Region, Saratoga Casino Hotel consistently strives to fulfil one promise to all of our guests, "To create special experiences one guest at a time." If you would like to be part of the amazing team of people it takes to fulfil this special promise, Saratoga Casino Hotel welcomes you to apply!

Your Role:

Our successful Sous Chef promotes outstanding relations with all guests and fellow Team Members by providing service in a friendly, swift, and responsible manner. They thrive in a team base environment where everyone consistently uplifts and supports each other through detail oriented work and regularly doing what it takes to ensure all necessary work completed.

Keys to Success in this Role:

• Two (2) to four (4) years experience preferred
• Able to work flexible schedule on the needs of the business.
• Able to work weekends and holidays as required.

• Assist the Exec Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen, along with communicating with the Culinary, Team Cafeteria and Stewarding staff on daily needs, requirements and expectations.
• Train, prepare and cook foods hand in hand with the culinary staff to effectively work all hot and cold line stations.
• Assist in the preparation of menu items while maintaining daily work station high cost inventories and par level controls, as well as period end inventories.
• Assign, in detail and outlined by the Restaurant Chef, duties to culinary staff for efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Visually inspect, select and use only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, fowl and other food products of the highest standards in the preparation of all menu items while keeping food cost in line.
• Effectively communicate with all Food and Beverage staff.
• Ensure that the production and stewarding department maintain the standards set forth by the Local and State Health Department Codes.
• Recommends and documents discipline as applicable.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Promote outstanding customer relations.
• Able to lift and carry 30 lbs. frequently.
• Able to stand and walk for 6-8 hours.

Why Saratoga Casino Hotel?

• Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Time That Promote Work/Life Balance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Robust Employee Recognition Program
• $20.00 YMCA Memberships.
• Local and National Discount Programs Through EAP & View email address on click.appcast.io
• STASH Hotel Partner Program Offering $69 per Night Hotel Across North and South America.
• Unlimited growth potential
• Delicious FREE Meals in Our Team Dining Facility