Sous Chef at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitchen Leadership, Staff Scheduling, Cost Control, Food Quality Standards, Sanitation Compliance, Staff Training, Inventory Management, Banqueting, Event Planning, Recruitment, Budgetary Management, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Team Motivation, HACCP, Serv-Safe

Industry

Entertainment

Description

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is seeking a Sous Chef to join the team! POSITION SUMMARY The Sous Chef will be responsible for the leadership of the Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Culinary department with a focus on staffing, scheduling & training of hourly staff, cost control, food quality standards, operational procedures, sanitation & cleanliness, health department compliance and staff motivation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead the Culinary Department with integrity, purpose, and a commitment to excellence * Inspire and empower staff to consistently deliver exceptional, legendary service * Always support the Andretti Indoor Karting and Games Motto “Striving for Perfection; Achieving Excellence” * Help oversee daily, weekly, and monthly operations including food ordering, staffing, scheduling, cleanliness, organization, service timing, and product quality * Ensure all banquets, buffets, and event culinary offerings meet or exceed AIKG standards and specifications * Maintain full compliance with all environmental and health department regulations for food and beverage preparation and service * Assist in the development of Culinary Staff and Supervisors * Support staff training and employee relations initiatives * Foster and maintain high morale among Culinary Staff * Actively participate in the recruitment and retention of staff * Assist with labor and food cost management to align with budgetary goals * Ensure site inspections meet or exceed acceptable standards * Maintain organization and cleanliness in all food storage, kitchen, and food service areas * Collaborate with the Sales Department to ensure proper scheduling and planning for events * Oversee, maintain, and inventory all Culinary Department equipment Andretti Indoor Karting & Games – Speed out of the pits and let AIKG be the racetrack for your winning Management Career! Andretti Indoor Karting & Games (AIKG) is a rapidly growing Family Entertainment company. Our locations feature high-speed, high-tech indoor Karting on multilevel tracks, multi-player immersive Virtual Reality Simulators, Arcade fun, and amazing restaurants & event spaces featuring scratch cocktails and culinary creations crafted in our kitchens. Benefits Include: * Sous Chef competitive salary range * AIKG has the BEST staff, so managers work with and lead motivated professionals! * Personal/Family Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage * $1200 company paid Health Savings Account * Vacation and Sick time accrued during the first year * 401k retirement program with generous company match * $25K Company provided Life Insurance * Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance * Accident, Critical Illness and Voluntary Life Insurance Sous Chef Qualifications Required: * Experience leading high-volume kitchens * Strong written & verbal communication skills * High School Diploma or equivalent * Strong organizational skills * Work varying days, nights, holidays and weekends * Eligible to work in the United States * At least 18 years of age Preferred and great to have: * 2+ years of Kitchen experience in a high-volume environment * 2+ years of private event experience * Experience working with an event sales team * Experience with banquets and/or events strongly preferred * HACCP or Serv-Safe food safety trained and certificate * Bi-lingual * Proven leadership and team skills; ability to motivate and manage all levels of staff * Strong training and development background * Strong knowledge of cost controls Physical Requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an Andretti Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of their job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Walk or stand for extended periods of time * The ability to communicate quickly and accurately * Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs on a regular basis * Perform functions which require organization, bending, reaching, turning, lifting, climbing and occasional stocking up to 50lbs * The work environment may include bright, dim or flashing lights and loud sounds * Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment * Be able to understand, follow and maintain safety standards at all times

Responsibilities

Lead the culinary department with a focus on staffing, scheduling, and maintaining high food quality and sanitation standards. Oversee daily operations including food ordering, cost management, and the execution of banquets and events.