Sous Chef

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo provides you with the unique opportunity to meet and greet with guests who share your enthusiasm for the great outdoors at our authentic Florida dude ranch, which lies on 1,700 beautiful acres overlooking the scenic Kissimmee River and just one hour south of Orlando. Enjoy the surroundings and excitement that our amazing resort offers such as incredible outdoor recreational opportunities, including the River Country Water Park, horseback riding, airboat and swamp buggy rides, trap & skeet range, full-service marina and award-winning Saturday night rodeo. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Be part of our new dining concept at Westgate River Ranch. Smokehouse on the River focuses on perfectly Smoked meats by our Pit Masters daily, creative hand-crafted Sandwiches and unique sides. If you have a passion for true BBQ, Smokehouse on the river is a place for you.

DUTIES

• Assume all Executive Chef responsibilities in his/her absence.
• Assists with menu design & development.
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of the inventories of all F&B areas within department guidelines. Ensure compliance to food product ordering, receiving and inventory control.
• Prepare and adjust kitchen schedules to ensure presence of management / supervisory staff on each shift with objective to meet customer service standards.
• Conduct inspections of all food storage and service areas for conformance with Government / Company safety, security and sanitation requirements.
• Maintains current and accurate standard operating procedural manuals to include: menu item preparation and specifications, safety and security, purchasing, ordering, receiving, stocking, requisitioning and internal audit policies.
• Responds to guest inquires and complaints in a professional and urgent manner.
  Maintains accurate outlet analytical information throughout the year to support budgeting planning.
• Attends and participates in required department manager meetings
• Directs and observes workers engaged in preparing, portioning and garnishing foods to ensure methods of cooking and garnishing portions are as prescribed.
• Cooks and carves meats and prepares dishes during rush periods and for banquets, social functions and a la carte dining.
   

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training back of the house team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
 

• High school diploma or general education degree GED.
• The Team Member must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Westgate Resorts is a smoke and tobacco-free workplace. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who smoke or use tobacco products will not be considered for positions at Westgate.
• Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with generous company match
• Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
• Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.) 
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.