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Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:* Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage* 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match* Life and Disability Insurance Plans* Ancillary Insurance Plans* Employee Assistance Program* Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources* Pet Insurance* Employee Discounts* TAO Savings Marketplace* Time off and much more!Assists the Executive Chef in leading the daily activities of the heart-of-house operations and team members in accordance with department policies and procedures. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:* Ensuring the needs of the guests are accommodated* Ensures the general cleanliness of the heart-of-house, and the entire venue* Assists in the decision-making process for interviewing, hiring, and training new applicants* Responsible for the scheduling, growth opportunities, and team member development of heart-of-house team members* Works with GM to create job performance reviews* Responsible for heart-of-house operations to ensure safety, quality, recipe accuracy, and financial profitability* Responsible for the execution of regular service, catering, take-out, delivery, and all in/off-venue events* Possesses in-depth knowledge of operational systems, which includes payroll, inventory, and purchasing* Participates in reviewing the venue's monthly Profit & Loss statement* Ensures Department of Health and company sanitation standards* Ensures that the venue is compliant with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations; and company policies* Coaches and develops heart-of-house team members by setting clear guidelines and expectations* Ensures that all mechanical systems are in good working order and compliant with all federal, state, and local ordinances* Ensures all team members are compliant with all heart-of-house standards and procedures* Ensures the preparation and delivery of menu-focus items to daily pre-service meetings* Possesses in-depth knowledge of all recipes, and food menus and maintains station recipe books* Organize, develop and produce new recipes for potential new menu items and specials* Ensures the completion of all opening and closing procedures as prescribed by the company* Ensures expediting standards* Communicates clearly and concisely with all team members during service* Practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised team members* Assists in overseeing the replacement or repair of all breakage, and damage to equipment or furniture* Attends, leads, and participates in any training sessions, departmental meetings, or daily pre-shift meetings* Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example* Portrays a positive and professional attitude* Demonstrates knowledge of the venue, Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments* Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members* Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assignedTRAINING REQUIREMENTS:* Tao Group Hospitality in-venue Executive Sous Chef trainingEDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:* Minimum 5 years of previous Culinary experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef within a high-volume kitchen setting is essential* Two-year associate degree (60 credit hours) in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience preferred* Strong menu planning, ability to coach, build a team, problem solve, and leadership skills required* Demonstrated financial acumen with P&L statements, and labor models is desirable* Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with strong attention to detail* Proficient with computers (Microsoft Products), POS, and technology.SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULEThe work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions* Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate* Must have strong problem-solving skills* Excellent written and verbal communication skills required* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines* Must have good positive energy throughout the day* Must be able to read the computer monitors and print legibly* Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time* Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the office* Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance* Small to Medium office environment* Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment* 5-25% Local Travel (United States)* Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume* May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required* Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards* Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality* Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment