Executive Sous Chef

The Sous Chef plays a critical role in the kitchen's daily operations, ensuring that all food meets the established quality and presentation standards. This position requires a strong understanding of culinary arts, effective leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The Sous Chef will supervise kitchen staff, handle administrative duties, and maintain a safe and clean work environment. They will be instrumental in creating a positive guest and team member experience by ensuring consistent and timely food production. 

• Maintain the standards for food quality, presentation, and sanitation.
• Supervise kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring efficient and timely food production.
• Manage administrative tasks, including performance appraisals, payroll, and inventory control.
• Ensure adherence to standardized recipes and portion control.
• Create and implement new menu items and standardized recipes.
• Maintain proper food storage, rotation, and inventory.
• Ensure proper cleanliness and maintenance of the kitchen and equipment.
• Provide leadership and training to kitchen staff.
• Promote a positive and safe work environment.
• Operate and maintain large kitchen equipment.
• Address and resolve kitchen staff conflicts.
• Ensure the timeliness of guest orders.

• Associate’s degree and 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of culinary arts, food safety, and sanitation.
• Proven experience in kitchen supervision and management.
• Ability to operate and maintain large kitchen equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks, including scheduling and payroll.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to obtain SERV Safe certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain licensing by the appropriate gaming authority.
• Ability to obtain a state-issued Alcoholic Beverage License.

For more than two decades, Cherokee Casino has been Oklahoma’s premier destination for gaming, live entertainment and extraordinary experiences. The brand currently owns and operates nine properties across Northeastern Oklahoma. Each features its own unique offerings yet all share in Cherokee Casino's commitment to quality. 

Guests can enjoy slots and table games, multiple hotels, a delicious array of dining options, live entertainment from local and national acts, horse racing, golf, a KOA campground, meeting and event space, and monthly promotions. Cherokee Casino also offers players impressive perks and benefits through One Star Rewards. As the brand continues to expand its offerings and footprint, Cherokee Casino remains dedicated to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home. 

Here's what awaits you:  

• Health & Wellness: Choose from top-notch health plans, 24/7 Telemedicine access, and on-site health clinics (at select locations).  

• Financial Security: Grow your future with a generous 401(k) match and paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.  

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible spending accounts, maternity/paternity leave, and voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.  

• And More: Earn incentives based on performance, refer friends and get rewarded, and enjoy discounts and holiday appreciation gifts.