F&B Executive Sous Chef

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in all areas of food production; sanitation, presentation, cost control, training of staff and organization of the different food operations to attract and retain gaming guests while contributing to the operating success of the food and beverage department. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for executing food in the kitchens, driving menu design and creativity, developing food products and profitability, and providing a consistent product and experience to achieve revenue targets while managing costs.

Executive Chef

• Ensure compliance with applicable Tribal, Federal, gaming regulations and Kickapoo Lucky Eagle policies.
• Ensure highest possible standards of guest services by listening and responding to guest and team member concerns and questions.
• Ensure all food products prepared meet established specifications and standards; prepare proper levels of food based on forecasted needs and ensure prompt delivery to outlets.
• With a "Hands on Approach," assign tasks effectively for efficient use of labor; ensure maximum results and timely, organized production.
• Responsible for complete set up of assigned food outlets.
• Inspect each outlet for readiness and timely opening.
• Follow production schedules, cleaning schedules, time and temperature logs during shifts.
• Complete required daily reports, convey issues, identify problems, and offer solutions for improvement.
• Relay guest and staff complaints and health and safety concerns.
• Communicate variances from standards to executive chef, sous chefs, head cooks, cooks, buffet attendants, and utility staff; maintain awareness of changes and convey correct information to the next shift.
• Maintain a sanitary, neat, clean, organized, safe, and comfortable environment for team members and guests at all times.
• Review menu items and make changes as necessary.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is clean and in working order, report and prepare work orders for required repairs; handle equipment safely.
• Create recipe cards for all menu items and train cooks on their use.
• Prepare dishes and all food items for special events.
• Create menus for the steakhouse including daily/nightly feature offerings that attract guests.
• Ensure food items are appealing, tasty, and creative.
• Assist the Executive Chef with the annual budget process and make recommendations regarding staffing, menu items, training, and kitchen equipment.
• Demonstrate and promote KLECH core values and MAD skills.
• Manage and maintain security of confidential information entrusted to the position.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required training as assigned.
• Monitor compliance with federal currency transaction reporting requirements, Title 31 requirements, and IRS Currency Transaction Reports and property established Anti‑Money Laundering policies. Maintain accurate MTL, MIL, CTR and SAR as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• A culinary certificate or degree from an accredited culinary school is preferred.
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in a professional, fast‑paced kitchen, pub or restaurant with proven successful results.
• Strong communication skills in English both written and oral. Spanish or other language skills a plus.

Qualified Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Members and qualified Native American preference is observed.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with the General Manager, Directors, Managers and all staff.
• Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate teams.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, stressful environment.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and multi‑task.
• Ability to have strong critical thinking, analytical and guest service skills.
• Must possess a positive attitude with strong organizational and leadership qualities.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
• Ability to understand complex instructions and material.
• Ability to…