At The Nash Casino, we’re redefining gaming in New Hampshire. As the region’s premier gaming destination, we offer a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere featuring over 1,000 state-of-the-art machines and a variety of table games. Behind every great guest experience is an exceptional team—join us and be part of an exciting, fast-paced environment where your contributions make an impact.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our fast-paced team. The Sous Chef will create and have input on new menu creations and
is a strong leader, skilled in food preparation, inventory management, and maintaining high culinary standards in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401k With Company Match
- Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts
- Life, AD&D, and Short‑Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support
- Wellness Rewards Program — Earn up to $1,000 annually
- Team Appreciation Events, Raffles, and Celebrations
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- A Workplace Centered Around Teamwork, Recognition, and Fun
- Free Parking
Location: The Nash Casino - 310 Daniel Webster Highway - Nashua, NH
Hours: Full-time: Open hours (1st shift/swing shift/late-night shift) with availability for weekends and holiday's required
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for supporting the Property Executive Chef in all aspects of food quality, cost control, completing inventories and training back of house team members.
- Participate in the financial review process to include researching, responding to inquiries and reporting results.
- Document recipes, measurements, quantities, and other information so each creation can be duplicated consistently.
- Train culinary team on each recipe and monitor recipe adherence.
- Monitor and ensure that standard kitchen operating procedures are met on a consistent basis.
- Provide leadership to all back of house team members to include training, mentoring and corrective counseling.
- Schedule staff and assist in payroll-related activities as needed.
- Oversee the line during service while monitoring cooks progress and slow of service, with a focus on high volume periods.
- Oversee the flow of the kitchen and the flow of food to maintain service standards.
- Prepare and coordinate daily prep sheets with Room Chef.
- Work with the property Executive Chef on menu creations and daily specials.
- Manage inventory and costs with the Room Chef.
- Maintain a solid knowledge of all food products and ensure all products are properly rotated.
- Ability to keep a friendly, calm, and helpful demeanor in high-stress situations and a continuously fast-paced environment.
Education and Minimum Requirements
- Culinary degree preferred but not required.
- Minimum of 2 years cooking experience.
- High school diploma or its equivalent.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Must pass all required pre-screening and background checks.
- Internal candidates must have been in their current position for at least six months and have had no active disciplinary action during the last six months.
- Must be able to obtain required work cards, and non-gaming registration as required by the local jurisdiction.
Physical/Mental Working Demands
- Must be able to move in and around the work area throughout the entire workday.
- Must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to engage and interact with all guests appropriately and work well under the pressure of a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to access and interpret information on computer screens.
- Must be able to work in an environment where smoking is permitted, and it can be loud guest chatter, overhead music, and live entertainment.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and respond to visual and aural cues.
- Requires the ability to distinguish letters or symbols and eye hand coordination.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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