F&B Applebee's/IHOP Kitchen Shift Supervisor FT

Reports to Sous Chef; supervises cooks.

Job Summary

Assists the Sous Chef with all areas of food production, sanitation, presentation, cost control, training of staff and organization of the different food operations.

Essential Functions

• Ensure compliance with the applicable Tribal, Federal and other laws and gaming regulations and Kickapoo Lucky Eagle policies and procedures.
• Ensure the highest possible standards of guest services by properly listening and responding to guest and team member concerns and questions.
• Supervise day-to-day activities of team members to include performance reviews, rewards, discipline, time and attendance, scheduling, shift bids, training, plan work, assign work, direct work, address complaints and resolve issues.
• Ensure that all prepared food products meet the established specifications and standards.
• Ensure proper levels of food are prepared based on forecasted needs and are prompt delivery to the designated outlets.
• Ensure the optimum levels of labor are used to perform the required level of production.
• Ensure standardized recipes are being followed.
• Responsible for complete set up, stocking, and service of assigned food outlets using specified methods during the assigned shifts.
• Complete required daily financial reports. Monitor inventory including par levels, rotation of products and assist with budgetary controls by following established cost containment standards.
• Communicate variances from standards expectations to cooks, station attendants and utility staff.
• Maintain a sanitary, neat, clean, organized, safe and comfortable environment for team members and guests.
• Review menu items and makes changes as directed by Chefs.
• Ensure that kitchen equipment is handled safely and with reasonable care.
• Report any injuries immediately and practices proper hand washing and sanitation rules.
• Report defective equipment or safety hazards immediately to Chefs.
• Give direction to the Head Cooks and follows up on duties.
• Prepare dishes/food items for special events.
• Ensure food items are appealing, tasty and creative. Conducts food spot testing and auditing for quality, presentation and portion control.
• Assist Chef with annual budget process and make recommendations with regards to staffing, menu items, training and kitchen equipment.
• Ensure all kitchen staff adheres to safety and sanitary rules, regulations, and standards according to health department and risk management.
• Demonstrate and promote KLECH core values and MAD skills.
• Manage and maintain security of confidential information entrusted to position.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required training as assigned.
• Monitor compliance with property established Anti-Money Laundering policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of four (4) years progressive experience in hotel, resort, casino or high-volume restaurant.
• Culinary Degree, preferred.
• Strong communication skills in English both written and oral. Spanish or other language skills a plus.
• Qualified Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Members and qualified Native American preference is observed.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with the