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Assistant Chef, Catering & Banquets

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Resorts World Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV, US

10 months ago
full-time
degree preferred

Job highlights

Qualification

At least three years of experience within Culinary or a directly related operational area/field. At least two years of directly related operational management experience at a similar leadership level. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Position required licenses. Works Alone, with and around others

Responsibility

The Assistant Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef and the Assistant Executive Chef in the daily management of the back of house and personnel functions for assigned venue(s). The Assistant Chef serves as a role model and mentor to the chefs, line cooks, and will act as an ambassador for the organization as they promote the employer brand. Conduct meetings and work alongside Executive Chef, Assistant Executive Chef and Front of House Management in order to achieve or exceed budgeted labor and other cost centers, through proper planning and execution. Manage all aspects of personnel for back of house staff in catering/banquet including hiring, training, development, and corrective planning. Achieve daily sales and assigned cost goals. Oversee weekly/monthly inventories and ordering of food and supplies. Assist with food prep, station cooking and plating of food when necessary. Manage inventory, purchasing and receiving of both front of house and back of house products. Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhere to all health code regulations and standards. Develop menu standards and maintain presentation quality. Assist with conducting daily line-ups and/or pre-shift meetings. Conduct regularly scheduled meetings to ensure lines of communication are open between management and team members. Ensure team members adhere to Resorts World Company guidelines as stated in team member training manual and team member handbook. Ensure all Resorts World core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied. Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing. Use personal device/ cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review company documents, etc. Other duties as assigned. Everyone works in EVS–If there is trash on the floor, it is your responsibility to pick it up. Everyone works in Guest Experience–If a guest needs assistance, it is your responsibility to assist that guest and do so with a smile. If the guest needs more assistance than you can provide, it is your responsibility to notify the appropriate department or individual

Job Description

Description

Our Culture: At Resorts World Las Vegas, our culture is “YOU”. We believe that every member on our team is an ambassador and is essential to the success of our company. We expect all Team Members to take personal ownership in ensuring everything they do is in the best interest of the company, and we do that through our three measurables of Show Up; Step Up; and Lift Up. Summary Statement: The Assistant Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef and the Assistant Executive Chef in the daily management of the back of house and personnel functions for assigned venue(s). The Assistant Chef serves as a role model and mentor to the chefs, line cooks, and will act as an ambassador for the organization as they promote the employer brand. Primary Job Duties: – Includes but is not limited to: • Conduct meetings and work alongside Executive Chef, Assistant Executive Chef and Front of House Management in order to achieve or exceed budgeted labor and other cost centers, through proper planning and execution. • Manage all aspects of personnel for back of house staff in catering/banquet including hiring, training, development, and corrective planning. • Achieve daily sales and assigned cost goals. • Oversee weekly/monthly inventories and ordering of food and supplies. • Assist with food prep, station cooking and plating of food when necessary. • Manage inventory, purchasing and receiving of both front of house and back of house products. • Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area adhere to all health code regulations and standards. • Develop menu standards and maintain presentation quality. • Assist with conducting daily line-ups and/or pre-shift meetings. • Conduct regularly scheduled meetings to ensure lines of communication are open between management and team members. • Ensure team members adhere to Resorts World Company guidelines as stated in team member training manual and team member handbook. • Ensure all Resorts World core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied. • Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing. • Use personal device/ cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review company documents, etc. • Other duties as assigned. Preferred: • Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field or training. • Previous experience in catering/banquet operations. • Previous experience in a large, luxury resort setting. Minimum Education and Experience: • At least three years of experience within Culinary or a directly related operational area/field. • At least two years of directly related operational management experience at a similar leadership level. Preferred: • Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field or training. Certificates, Licenses, Regulations: • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States. • Position required licenses. Core Job Responsibilities: At Resorts World Las Vegas, we believe that every member of our team is an ambassador and is essential to the success of our company. We expect all Team Members to take personal ownership in ensuring everything they do is in the best interest of the company and that all will adhere to our five core non-negotiable responsibilities. • Everyone is an Ambassador–No matter where you work at Resorts World Las Vegas, it is your responsibility to treat this property like you would your own home. No one gets hurt, everyone feels secure, the environment is clean, and every guest gets what they need. • Everyone works in Safety–If you have a safety concern, it is your responsibility to address it by correcting it or notifying the appropriate department or individual. • Everyone works in Security–If you See Something, it is your responsibility to Say Something. You must notify the appropriate department or individual if you feel there is a security concern. • Everyone works in EVS–If there is trash on the floor, it is your responsibility to pick it up. If it is a mess that needs more attention, it is your responsibility to notify the appropriate department or individual. • Everyone works in Guest Experience–If a guest needs assistance, it is your responsibility to assist that guest and do so with a smile. If the guest needs more assistance than you can provide, it is your responsibility to notify the appropriate department or individual. Standing 75-100% Bending Yes Climbing Yes Carrying/Lifting 21-50 lbs Walking Yes Crawling Yes Sitting 50-75% Reaching Yes Squatting Yes Kneeling Yes Twisting Yes Pushing/Pulling 26-40 lbs Running Yes Confined Space Yes Contacts Works Alone, with and around others Weather Conditions Extreme Heat and Extreme Cold Hazardous Conditions Yes Noise Levels High Smoke Yes