Responsible for the day to day operation and facilitating the flow of food preparation in the kitchen. Ensure daily operations and experiences meet guest expectations. Appropriately respond to and manage any escalated departmental concerns and guest and/or team member challenges. Must effectively lead and manage up to 15 team members through all aspects of daily kitchen operations.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Assumes complete charge of the kitchenPlan, organize and implement daily assignments; maintain knowledge of all cook classifications and understand their duties and assignmentsKnow the proper preparation of all menu items to specifications and guidelinesCheck the methods of preparation, sizes or portions, and the garnishes, inventoryOversees food deliveries and proper rotation of all perishable food itemsMaintain and enforce all company and health department sanitation requirements and must adhere to all health department regulationsAdminister disciplinary action, including mediating disputes and counseling notices, under the direction of the Tavern General Manager / ManagerTrain, give instructions and coach when necessaryObserve each team member in the classification assigned at least once a shift to ensure duties are performed to Company’s specificationsEnforces dress code and appearance standardsAdapt crew to changes in volume of businessMaintain a daily production inventoryAssist in the cooking, portioning and cleaning in the kitchen on a daily basisEnsure compliance with all applicable gaming laws and company internal controls, policies and procedures, Title 31, and federal regulations, as they apply to the positionProvide outstanding customer service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team membersPerform other duties as assignedQualificationsTwo years of previous experience in kitchen managementAbility to effectively communicate in one-on-one, small group, and large group settingsAbility to apply common sense reasoning to variety of situationsAbility to write effective letters, memos, speeches, and articles for publication. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from staff members at all levels, guests, regulatory agencies, or members of the business communityAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inferenceMust be at least 21 years of ageHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredAbility to functionally communicate occupational-based English, both written and verbalObtain and maintain all work cards as required by the companyVerify right to work in the United StatesWork CardsHealthPhysical RequirementsFrequently lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. at floor, knee, waist, and/or chest levels, and over headOccasionally bend, reach, twist, climb, squat, kneel, and sitConstantly standing and walkingConstant use of hearing and vision, distinguish between shades of color, and use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterityWork Environment Potential ConditionsSmoky and noisyExtreme hot and cold temperatures, including humiditySlippery surfaces and chemical agentsDisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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