Pechanga Cafe Chef

Four Diamond Service Agreement
All Team Members will display a Four Diamond commitment to customer service through the delivery and
maintenance of the Quality Standards established by Pechanga Resort Casino.
JOB SUMMARY
The Pechanga Café Chef is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Culinary Department/area, in
accordance with PRC regulations. Ensures the timely completion of all projects related tasks, in accordance with
established procedures. Participates in the development and implementation of the department's
staffing/scheduling plan. Provides direction to subordinates on improving job performance and contributes
feedback to the Team Member performance review.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Key Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members in the preparation and serving of high quality and great
tasting meals according to dietary restrictions.
• Identify and correct defects, implement continuous quality improvement procedures and maintain highest
levels of sanitation and safety in all department areas.
• Execute the financial objectives of the operation to include food cost, labor cost and controllable expenses.
• Execute an active repertoire of dishes to advance the culinary experience of the outlet staff, and be effective
in communicating curriculum to team members through ongoing training programs.
• Complete daily and weekly inventory to ensure proper ordering. Establish par for all purchasing, as well as
production.
• Protect the assets of Pechanga Resort Casino and maintains confidentiality and integrity when accessing
team member information maintained in departmental files/systems.
• Responsible for overseeing the operational aspects of the kitchen division in meeting set standards.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Executive Chef team in meeting all divisional set
targets.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques, recipes and equipment to kitchen staff.
• Execute the daily operation of the kitchen as needed. Ensures all line staff with the necessary tools and
equipment for safe food handling.
• Maintain a high level of safety and sanitation.
• Instill budgetary controls using established budget on an everyday basis.
• Manage chefs, cooks and line staff in daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Set plan, prepare and serve of all food items and menus; Train kitchen staff on the execution of said items.
• Check all walk in coolers and freezers daily to insure proper rotation, storage and usage of all food items.
• Ability to plan, organize and operate all stations in their outlet.
• Other duties as assigned
Accountability
Education
• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Associate’s Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school Preferred
Experience
Experience Experience Details Required/
Preferred
8+ Years At least 8 years experience (including 3 years as a chef) is preferred to
successfully perform this job
Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional
journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions,
proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and
geometry.
• REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in
written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Stratton Warren, Kronos
• Firm understanding and practical application of Health and Safety standards/laws.
• Knowledge of all aspects of kitchen and culinary operations.
• Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Familiar with traditional/contemporary methods of preparing and presenting local, regional, national and
international styles of food.
• Must be able to work any day of the week and scheduled shift.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work
performed by Team Members within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of Team Members assigned to
this job.
Pechanga Resort Casino will at all times and for all positions give hiring transfers and promotional preferences to
qualified applicants in the following order. 1. Pechanga Band of Indian Members, 2. Pechanga Band Member
Spouses, 3. Other American Indians, 4. All others.
Licenses and Certifications
• Must be able to complete Pechanga’s Food Handler Certification course Required
• Must be able to obtain a gaming license Required