Assistant Chef, Junior's

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.
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.

Primary Job Duties: - Includes but is not limited to:

• 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 a casual dining, 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 of company documents, etc.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Competencies: Includes but is not limited to:

• Advance knowledge of principles and practices within a causal dining.
• Experience in meeting and exceeding VIP guest' requests and preparing a custom menu on short term notice.
• Ability to write routine reports, purchase orders, menus and correspondences.
• Prior experience of utilizing property management applications (e.g. Purchasing Systems, Kronos, HotSOS, etc.).
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer services skills.
• Ability to successfully lead and mentor a team.
• Ability to obtain & maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• At least 18 years of age.

Preferred:

• Experience managing collective bargaining agreement(s) work groups.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Previous experience working in a large, luxury resort setting.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in catering and banquet operations.
• Previous experience in a large, luxury resort setting.

Certificates, Licenses, Regulations:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Position required licenses.

Standing
75-100%
Bending
Yes
Climbing
No
Carrying/Lifting
21-50 lbs
Walking
Yes
Crawling
No
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