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Mohegan Sun Executive Sous Chef - TAO Group Hospitality in Uncasville, Connecticut
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Position Summary:
This position is responsible for management of the entire Beauty & Essex kitchen in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine, in accordance to Tao Group’s quality standards and Health Department regulations. This position will interact with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality. This position will closely assist alongside the Executive Chef in many administrative duties.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: includes but not limited to:
Maintains professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook
Ensures the needs of the guests are accommodated
Oversees kitchen operations and production, while coordinating weekly pars/delivery needs with Chefs in all depts.
Participates in making sure the venue is compliant with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and company policies.
Attends, leads, and participates in any training sessions, departmental meetings or daily pre-shift meetings.
Participates in growth opportunities and employee development
Oversees all prep, production and service for quality and accuracy
Organizes and execute service based on cover count, catering/delivery, BEO’s and other event sheets
Coaches all employees to develop their abilities by setting clear guidelines and expectations
Communicates kitchen needs and/or issues to all management
Participates in the preparation and delivery of menu-focus items to daily pre-service meetings
Possesses in-depth knowledge of all recipes and maintains kitchen recipe book
Organizes, develops, and produces new recipes for potential new menu items and specials
Ensures opening and closing procedures are being followed
Maintains expediting standards for the Kitchen
Communicates clearly and concisely with all employees during service
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for the scheduling of assigned department (where applicable)
Participates in interviewing, hiring, and training new applicants and employee development of all subordinates
Participates in overseeing the replacement or repair of all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture
Ensures all employees are complying with SOPs
Ensures the general cleanliness of the entire venue
Complies with Department of Health and company standards
Learns by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example
Portrays a positive and professional attitude
Practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised employees
Demonstrates knowledge of venue, Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members
Minimum Education and Qualifications:
Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field
Minimum 3-5 years previous Kitchen Operations supervisory/management experience within a high-volume kitchen setting
Strong menu planning, ability to coach, build a team, problem solve, and leadership skills required
Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook
In lieu of a Degree and previously mentioned experience, 5 years of kitchen operations managerial experience in a high-volume restaurant may be considered
Competencies: Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position:
Knowledge of Mohegan Sun corporate and department policies and procedures
Proficient with all operational systems, including payroll and purchasing processing
Understanding of Mohegan Sun’s Time & Attendance and Payroll systems
Thorough understanding of the Mohegan Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) as it relates to employment
Training Requirements:
Must complete all appropriate Human Resources Manager Training courses
Understanding of Time & Attendance system and Manager Self Service systems
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time
Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.
Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion
Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary.
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Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. "Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.
What began in 1996 as a gaming destination in southeastern Connecticut with a handful of Team Members has expanded into a premier entertainment enterprise with over 10,000 team members across the globe. What drives our success is the centuries-old philosophy of the Mohegan Tribe “The Spirit of Aquai”. Its principles of welcoming, mutual respect, cooperation and building relationships have shaped our culture, and serve as the foundation that we live by with every guest and team member interaction today, and for generations to come.