Job Description

Assists Chef with preparing Meals, implementing menus and controlling food preparation.

Duties

• Assume all Executive Chef responsibilities in his/her absence.
• Assist with menu design and development.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining inventories in all F&B areas within department guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with food product ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
• Prepare and adjust kitchen schedules to ensure management or supervisory staff are present on each shift, meeting customer service standards.
• Conduct inspections of all food storage and service areas to ensure conformance with government and company safety, security, and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain current and accurate standard operating procedure manuals, including menu item preparation and specifications, safety and security protocols, purchasing, ordering, receiving, stocking, requisitioning, and internal audit policies.
• Respond to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate outlet analytical information throughout the year to support budget planning.
• Attend and participate in required department manager meetings.
• Direct and observe workers preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure prescribed methods and portion sizes are followed.
• Cook and carve meats, and prepare dishes during rush periods, banquets, social functions, and à la carte dining.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Interview, hire, and train back-of-the-house team members.
• Plan, assign, and direct work.
• Appraise performance.
• Reward and discipline team members.
• Address complaints and resolve problems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree GED.
• Food Handler Safety Training Card (Health Card).
• Prior Sous Chef experience in a higher volume outlet (preferably Italian).
• The Team Member must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Follow instructions without close supervision.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Required to pass a background screen, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States.

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with generous company match
• Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
• Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. __ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.