Executive Sous Chef

As a major player in the gaming and hospitality industries across California, Florida, and now Texas, we're expanding our reach in the Texas market with a mission to redefine the entertainment landscape. Driven by innovation and corporate excellence, our team thrives on curiosity, strategic vision, and a commitment to integrity, quality, and good judgment. Company culture at Champions is of the utmost importance to us. We seek individuals who view the world through a lens of unlimited possibilities, and who value people above everything else. About the Role The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for providing supportive leadership to kitchen staff, assisting the Director of Hospitality in monitoring kitchen activities, expediting orders to ensure quality taste or presentation and taking on additional responsibilities in the Executive Chef’s absence to ensure that kitchen staff has proper direction. Responsibilities • Oversee department inventory procedures with accountability for checking incoming orders and deliveries, communicating effectively with vendors, and notifying Director of Hospitality if there are any delivery issues or inconsistencies • Conducts daily shift line checks of kitchen to ensure execution of prep work is accurate, complete, and in accordance with food safety and sanitation regulations • Follows proper cooking techniques for all dishes, ensuring food quality and timeliness • Responsible for proper and accurate labeling with date on all food containers to monitor freshness of all food and ensure first-in, first-out organization in walk-ins in accordance with food safety and sanitation regulation • Ensures preparation of all meals in compliance with standardized recipes and portion volume, assisting team members during peak service times • Ensures cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment, communicating any repairs needed • Creates specials for the kitchen, working with the Director of Hospitality and/or team on flavor profile, food cost, and presentation • Educates and serve as point person for team on menu knowledge, allergens, specials, and promotions • Displays exceptional leadership by providing a positive work environment, counseling employees as appropriate, and demonstrating a dedicated and professional approach to management • Ensuring kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, department rules and sanitation requirements • Providing management and support to the kitchen staff, ensuring efficiency in the daily operation • Discussing daily food cost reports with key kitchen and F&B staff Experience & Skills • High School Diploma or GED required • Must be 18 years or older • Ability to read and follow recipes • At least 2 years high-volume cooking experience with extensive knowledge in fine dining restaurant service. • Food Handler’s Certification • Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures • Ability to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays • Strong knowledge of back of the house operations including foods, beverages, staff supervision, inventory, and food safety Benefits • Free medical benefits, with options for upgraded coverage • Dental and vision coverage • Flexible paid time off • Commuter benefits • 401(k) retirement plan • Perks program with discounts on local gyms, restaurants, concerts, and more. $55,000 - $70,000 a year + bonus eligibility Champions Club is a proud equal opportunity employer and all employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Supplemental Pay: • Yearly bonus People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person