Specialty Sous Chef – Asian Cuisine
Under the direction of the Executive Chef, the Specialty Sous Chef – Asian Cuisine is responsible for the overall success of the Asian culinary operations for San Manuel Casino (SMC). Adhering to the Health department regulations and SMC standards and expectations of food service and quality, freshness and presentation, the Specialty Sous Chef - Asian Cuisine will oversee the Asian culinary operations to include menu concepts and recipe standardization. In addition, the Specialty Sous Chef - Asian Cuisine will be responsible for the management, training, and direction of the Asian cuisine culinary staff.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Creates and implements new Asian cuisine menus and individual Asian cuisine menu items for all food outlets based on current food trends and regional tastes.
2. Enforces food quality standards, freshness and presentation throughout all outlets in accordance to SMC standards and expectations, and Health department regulations. Creates a memorable dining experience for our guests along with providing great value; ensures guests satisfaction.
3. Monitors and controls the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state and SMC standards and regulations. Assists with food inventory and kitchen supplies.
4. Ensures that quality Asian culinary dishes are produced and served in a timely, cost-effective and flavorful manner and to see that any problems that arise are rectified.
5. Accepts responsibility for activities of Sous chefs, cooks and other personnel in preparing, cooking and presenting food.
6. Serves as the technical expert, teacher and trainer to other cooks and kitchen personnel
7. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department and assumes other responsibilities, duties, tasks, and assignments that contribute to the mitigation or response to any public health emergency.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with SMC policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and problem solving.
Education/experience
Associate's degree required.
Minimum of two(2) years experience and demonstrated knowledge working in multiple Asian cuisines (Japanese, Chinese and Korean) required.
Minimum of two(2) years of management experience working in multiple Asian cuisines (Japanese, Chinese and Korean) preferred.
Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.
Solid progression through all the culinary ranks.
Knowledge of current Japanese, Chinese, and Korean cuisine food trends.
Working knowledge of office equipment including a workstation computer.
Previous experience utilizing purchasing and procurement software is preferred.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations
At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
A qualified candidate/employee must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the company’s insurance carrier.
Required to currently possess, or obtain and maintain a Food Handler’s, HACCP and ServSafe certificate within 90 days of employment.
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.
As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel is located just 60 minutes from downtown Los Angeles in the city of Highland, CA. It is one of the largest casinos on the West Coast, with 7,000 slot machines, 150 table games, and five high-limit rooms. We are one of the top 10 largest casino resorts in the US.
Guests enjoy sweeping views of the San Bernardino Mountains, live entertainment, and a full array of dining options, which include The Pines Modern Steakhouse, Hong Bao Kitchen, Serrano Vista Cafe, Rock & Brews, Chingon Kitchen, Big Mo’ Cafe, and 11 bars and lounges.
The Serrano Spa earned a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award, and The Pines Modern Steakhouse and Yaamava’ Resorteach earned a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star award, with all three being the first in the Inland Empire to receive such designation. Yaamava' Resort and Casino at San Manuel also received two 2023 AAA Four Diamonds ratings for the new hotel and The Pines Modern Steakhouse.
Our hotel features a 17-story tower with 432 guest rooms & suites. Guests relax in an elevated pool with a bar and private cabanas, the lavish full-service Serrano spa and salon, a health and fitness center, a full array of dining options, multiple bars and lounges, and luxe retail shops.
Indian gaming in California is an exciting, thriving industry. Whether working on the casino floor or providing support to gaming operations as a “behind the scenes” employee, you can contribute to a dynamic and challenging business and have opportunities to learn and grow with the gaming industry.
At San Manuel, our team members define us. Working at San Manuel is more than just a job. It is a career that will help you grow into the successful professional you want to be.
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Our benefits focus on five key areas of wellness - financial, emotional, physical, social, and occupational - because we know it takes more than a salary to thrive. The benefits under each category include everything from retirement, insurance and dental benefits to emotional wellness programs, home repair services, and much more.
