Vineyard Buffet Kitchen Supervisor at Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack

The Opportunity

Vineyard Buffet Kitchen Supervisor

Full Time Position

Schedule may consist of Days, Evenings, Weekends & Holidays

 

Under the direction of the Executive Chef & Sous Chef, supervise all back of house operations, in accordance with the Company’s Service Standards, applicable Operational and State requirements.  

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. 

 

• Possess an understanding of offerings; knowledge of all stations, ability to educate guests and associates on products and ingredients.
• Product knowledge to assist guest inquiries pertaining to ingredients and preparation
• Ability to accurately forecast department need when planning production list and menus
• Ensure products are prepared with a consistent, high quality outcome by following recipes, cooking techniques and educating team members on these practices
• Ensure associates are maintaining the overall appearance of the department, ensuring product levels are sustained throughout the day and food is well-merchandised to showcase quality and variety
• Educate associates on recipes and cooking techniques to ensure products are consistently prepared to showcase high standards of quality and guests receive a meal they can’t receive elsewhere
• Assist Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor in running the kitchen and managing associates by performing tasks essential to the proper functioning of the department
• Knowledge of  product inventory and seek ways to reduce waste by utilizing product in an efficient manor
• Ensure associates properly measures and portion all food items. Complies with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures
• Provide instruction on company policies and procedures and ensure proper follow through.  Will be responsible in assisting in the selection, training and management of all associates within the Food Service department
• Ensure all associates follow all Food and Human Safety rules and regulations
• Maintain knowledge of departments Union contract

·Skills and Abilities: ·Support, encourage, respect and educate co-workers, lead by example ·Work with Executive Chef, Sous Chef to set and achieve goals for professional development for self and others ·Comply with Company Policies and Work Rules, as well as federal and state laws ·Maintain open lines of communication with supervisors and co-workers to ensure the most efficient operations in the department ·Possess teamwork & diversity awareness by listening to others points of view, recognize and appreciate differences ·Possess organizational skills, prioritizing request and department activities while managing interruptions and attending to details to complete tasks within deadlines

• Ability to deal with frequent change, delays and unexpected events
• Be at work consistently and on time
• Ability to read and interpret written information such as recipes and food abbreviations
• Basic math skills required. Ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions
• Ability to calculate and convert recipes
• Knowledge of culinary terms and equipment required
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, ability to use and educate others
• Possess culinary knife skills which include safety, sharpening, honing edges and using them for chopping, dicing, julienne and mincing and help in educating others
• Show an interest and aptitude for learning

·Education and Experience:

• High School Graduate/ GED/TASC preferred
• Participation/enrollment in culinary program preferred
• Serve Safe Certification preferred
• Minimum 2 to 4 years’ experience working as a Cook/Cook II
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of Supervisory experience preferred
• Intermediate computer skills required
• Assets that will set you apart:
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts
• Demonstrate the ability to lead others
• Numerous culinary cooking experiences
• Environment:
• Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast paced environment
• Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movement, pivoting and twisting.  Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip etc. a variety of foods and liquids
• Responsible for moving and lifting an average of 25-50 pounds
• Exposure to variable temperatures, odors, noise, steam, refuse and soiled utensils
• May be exposed to various allergens as well as wet and humid conditions
• Standing and walking for up to 4 hours without a break
• Visual acuity to perform kitchen tasks

 

Who We Are

Take your career beyond the ordinary—to the extraordinary.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision, grow with us.

Delaware North is one of the largest and most admired, privately-held hospitality companies in the world.  Founded and owned by the Jacobs family for nearly 100 years, it is a global leader in hospitality and food service with operations in the sports, travel hospitality, restaurants and catering, parks, resorts, gaming and specialty retail industries.  Delaware North has annual revenue exceeding $3 billion with 60,000 employee associates. To learn more, visit .

All applicants will be subject to a pre-employment background check and may be subject to a pre-employment drug test depending upon the position and/or client requirements.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.  Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.