• Sous Chef

    Tioga Downs Casino Resort (Nichols, NY)


    Sous Chef

     

    We’re looking for a driven Sous Chef to uphold the highest standards across every plate. You’ll oversee all food production, ensure every finished product meets company specifications, and lead the kitchen team through a smooth, successful close each day. If you’re detail-oriented, hands-on, and thrive on consistency and excellence, this is your chance to step up and make an impact.

     

    We offer unique benefits like onsite Daycare, Tuition Reimbursement, and discounts at our Hotel, Restaurants, and Spa. We have 3 Medical Plans to choose from. 2 Vision Plans, 2 Dental Plans, Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness are available, as well. STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies are our gift to you as a FT Employee. You will be 100% vested in your 401k Plan from the beginning. Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay are yours to enjoy!

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

    • Assist head chef in overall management of the department.

    • Responsible for the training evaluating and coordination of all food production Associates.

    • Ensures all specs and food apportionment are met.

    • Maintains excellent kitchen hygiene conditions at all times.

    • Assists in the preparation, portioning and garnishment of all foods.

    • Participates and presides over departmental and venue meetings facilitating the flow of pertinent information from management to Associates.

    • Provides all Associates with proper training and counseling as needed in accordance with the Company’s Policy and Procedures.

    • Works with head chef in resolving venue conflicts and disputes as needed ensuring high standards of customer service and Associate relations.

    • Oversees the completion of all post-meal & closing duties by the kitchen associates daily.

    • Make adjustments to kitchen staffing levels based on daily business conditions.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Directly supervises cooks on a daily basis. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining associates, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

    High School diploma or GED required.

     

    Minimum of four years previous experience as a lead line cook in a full-service restaurant or hotel, with progressive supervisory experience.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    The Associate is regularly required to lift and/or move up to fifty pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to one hundred pounds.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT:

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

    Benefits Include:

    + Daycare services for employees only - open 7 Days a Week 7 am until 11 pm at Great Rates (Subsidy may also be available)

    + Generous 401K plan - 100% Vested from the beginning!

    + Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for Full-Time Employees

    + Paid Time Off, Sick Time and Holiday Pay

    + Tuition Reimbursement *for eligible employees*

    + Discounts available for Hotel, Restaurants, Spa Services, and more