Sous Chef

About the role

As a Sous Chef at Mandalay Bay's Stripsteak, you will be responsible for ensuring food quality is superior. You will also set the stage for guest experience with your welcoming smile and service. By understanding their unique stories and needs, you will own their experience to create WOW memories they will carry with them far and beyond their stay with us.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training for Master Cooks, Cooks, Pantry Workers and Helpers on job responsibilities
• Ensure requisitions are processed properly and placed in designated area
• Label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation
• Create, read, measure, and execute recipes
• Maintain an exceptional menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation
• Ensure food quality is superior and take action to correct any irregularities
• Communicate with management and service staff and address any issues or needs requested by guests and employees
• Assist Executive Chef by controlling purchasing, receiving, purveyor lists and inventory of all kitchen items
• Prepare and administer kitchen schedule, payroll, training, issuing discipline, and coaching

Requirements

• 21+ years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays
• Experience managing employees using a Collective Bargaining Agreement preferred
• 2+ Years of prior relevant experience working a high-volume restaurant, production kitchen, or fine dining restaurant as a Chef
• 2+ Years of prior relevant experience in a high-volume restaurant production as well as in a hotel/casino environment preferred
• Associate's degree in an F&B and/or course certification from an accredited Culinary Institute preferred

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community