ABOUT WESTGATE RESORTS
Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, Westgate has resorts in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, Missouri, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. Westgate meets every vacation expectation, for every family, for every budget. As we continue growing, we will continue offering the best and most-affordable vacation options out there!

About Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo: 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 horseback riding, airboat and swamp buggy rides, trap & skeet range, full-service marina and award-winning Saturday night rodeo.

As the Jr. Sous Chef, you will actively support the operation of Banquets and other F&B outlets, providing functional assistance and direction.
The Jr. Sous Chef coordinates with other Food & Beverage department heads, in absence of Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities?include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists with the design and development of the menu and all items.
• Responds to guest inquires and concerns in a professional and urgent manner and escalates to management if necessary.
• Maintains current and accurate standards in accordance to all established procedures with menu item preparation, budgeting, inventory, purchasing, ordering, receiving, stocking, safety and security, and audits.
• Supervise the day to day functions of the banquet Kitchen and other outlets.
• Assists with interviewing, hiring, training all team members and completing performance appraisals and disciplining team members when necessary following all established procedures.
• Directs and observes team members in preparing, portioning and garnishing food items to ensure standards are met and assists with cooking and carving meats and preparing dishes during rush periods.
• Set and train, and promote department Standards of Excellence.
• Assists with other duties as necessary to ensure a smooth and efficient operation.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or a minimum of two years of related experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to interact with all levels of team members and guests.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Office programs and basic computer skills.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to work well in a team dynamic.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and hear. In addition, the employee is occasionally required to taste and smell. The team member frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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 WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.