Sous Chef-Gilley's - Wichita, KS

Gilley's is a prominent hospitality establishment located in Park City, KS, known for its vibrant atmosphere and dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences. As a respected restaurant, Gilley's combines a rich culinary tradition with a commitment to quality service and guest satisfaction. The restaurant has carved out a niche for itself by not only offering diverse menu options but also fostering a team environment that emphasizes professionalism, creativity, and operational excellence. Gilley's prides itself on creating a welcoming ambiance where guests can enjoy memorable meals crafted by skilled culinary professionals. The full-time position available at Gilley's represents an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about the culinary arts and restaurant management to contribute to a dynamic and thriving kitchen environment. This opportunity is not only about executing high-level culinary skills but also about leadership, efficiency, and maintaining the highest food safety standards. The Sous Chef role at Gilley's plays a critical part in the daily operations, ensuring that the kitchen runs smoothly, food quality meets rigorous standards, and the team functions cohesively to provide outstanding service. The Sous Chef is entrusted with comprehensive responsibilities that stretch from oversight of food preparation to inventory management and staff training. The position demands a candidate who can balance culinary creativity with operational pragmatism. Primary duties include overseeing product consistency, making necessary modifications aligned with business needs, and managing waste and production levels efficiently. The Sous Chef is expected to reinvent menu items and contribute to the creation of daily specials and soups that keep the menu fresh and innovative. Attention to detail is crucial as the role involves monitoring food costs and ordering food products to ensure budgetary compliance without compromising quality. Beyond the culinary aspects, the Sous Chef must maintain the kitchen's cleanliness and equipment functionality, assisting in the daily operations and coordinating food service. Exceptional interpersonal skills are necessary as the position also entails building strong guest relationships by engaging with customers, managing guest concerns promptly, and fostering a friendly and inviting atmosphere. The dynamic nature of the job means the candidate must be able to handle high-volume customer interactions with an upbeat and cheerful demeanor consistently. Cross-training in other food and beverage areas is also part of the role, ensuring versatility and comprehensive operational knowledge. Candidates for this role must meet specific qualifications, including age and licensing requirements, experience in a culinary setting, proficiency in kitchen equipment and knife skills, and excellent communication skills. Physical stamina is essential due to the nature of the job, requiring long hours of standing, lifting, and maintaining a responsive approach in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment. The establishment values professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to food safety and regulatory compliance. This full-time position offers an enriching work environment where motivated individuals can grow their culinary career while contributing significantly to Gilley's ongoing success and reputation.

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Ability to obtain and retain KRGC Gaming License
• Minimum of 1-year experience in related culinary field
• Kitchen Manager or Sous Chef experience
• Mandatory restaurant menu knowledge testing
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Physically able to lift items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for 8-12 hours
• Must be able to respond to visual and audible cues
• Ability to tolerate secondary smoke, high noise levels, bright lights, and dust
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English