Sous Chef

The Opportunity 

Are you ready for a unique culinary opportunity in one of the most beautiful and iconic locations in the country? Delaware North Parks and Resorts is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our team at Yavapai Hotel in Grand Canyon, Arizona. As Sous Chef, you will assist in managing the kitchen team, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, developing menus, and ensuring the highest quality standards. You'll work with a team who share your passion, while refining your culinary skills to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests.

This role is a full-time, year-round salaried position. Relocation assistance is available along with housing!

Our commitment to quality and innovation is matched only by our dedication to our team members' growth and success. The opportunities for career development are endless - from mentorships with renowned chefs to comprehensive training programs, your culinary career can heat up with a global hospitality company that operates in landmark locations. Be part of creating unforgettable culinary experiences for our guests, apply now!

Pay

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $49500 - $66800 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Benefits 

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match 
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

Responsibilities 

• Assist in hiring, development, training, and mentoring of team and act as a resource to them
• Coach, counsel, and assist in conducting performance evaluations of the production team
• Assist in developing training and training programs for the production team
• Monitor staffing levels to minimize cost and increase productivity, recommend staffing needs according to business levels
• Maintain a team-oriented atmosphere
• Ability to drive a company vehicle as needed on property

Qualifications 

• Three years' culinary arts experience, including previous experience in a management role. More specifically experience in high-volume, quality-oriented restaurant or banquets department
• Excellent volume cooking skills, presentation skills, and palette
• Strong leadership and management skills working with a variety of team members of different skill levels and varied backgrounds
• Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, and the kitchen computer production system
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, and good listening skills
• Ability to handle many tasks at once and effectiveness in a fast-paced work environment with good decision-making skills and ability to proactively make changes as needed
• Ability to work flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
• No degree required
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Successful completion of a background check, including MVR required

Shift Details 

Day shiftEvening shiftHolidaysMonday to FridayEvenings as neededWeekendsEvery weekend12 hour shift

Who We Are 

Delaware North's operations in Grand Canyon National Park offer the opportunity to experience living and working in one of the natural wonders of the world. We provide a variety of employee housing options including shared trailers, apartments, dorm rooms, and houses, with amenities including a community center, free internet, workout, and recreational equipment. We also offer team member food and retail discounts.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.