Banquet Chef

Job Description

Banquet Chef

As Banquet Chef, you’ll lead the culinary execution for special events, crafting exceptional menus and overseeing banquet kitchen operations to ensure every dish delights our guests. Reporting to the Executive Chef or Banquet Manager, you'll maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation. This role offers a path to exciting culinary leadership opportunities in the future.Key Responsibilities

• Plan, oversee and assist in day-to-day culinary operations of the banquet kitchen as it pertains to banquets

• Assigns (in detail) preparation and specific duties lists to auxiliary banquet kitchen staff for efficient execution of upcoming events.

• Select, order, and inspect and use only the highest standard food product in preparation of all menu items as per Banquet Event Order (BEO).

• Oversee and aid in production and execution of menu items.

• Monitor the receipt, storage, and rotation of food product (as to comply with health department regulations), including coverage, labeling, dating and placing items in proper containers for kitchen service

• Evaluate the work performance of cooks and give guidance and discipline as necessary.

• Maintain effective communications with Executive Sous Chef\Executive Chef concerning food production.

• Facilitate the professionalism of our banquet team by adhering to proper language, uniforms, hygiene, and employee relations.

• Continue self-education of hospitality industry using available tools such as internet, industry magazines, books, and organization.

• Leads the Banquet Kitchen Team in food preparation and presentation during all events.

• Participates in training staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes. Hot Kitchen and Cold Kitchen

• Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions.

• Purchases appropriate supplies and manages inventories according to budget.

• Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.

• Trains associates in safety procedures and supervises their ability to follow loss prevention policies to prevent accidents and control costs.

• Effectively investigates reports and follows-up on associate incidents.

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.Education & Experience

Hotel experience is always a plus! Applicants should have:

A combination of education and experience.

Additional consideration will be given to applicants who have completed special certifications, such as a culinary diploma.What You’ll Need to Succeed

Eligible to work in the United States

Sufficient education and/or literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs.

Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and lift as required—with or without reasonable accommodations

Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed

A warm, professional demeanor that reflects HVMG’s Culture of Excellence by showing a warm smile, friendly personality, and positive attitude.

Why Our Associates Love HVMG

Career growth opportunities across our nationwide portfolio

Flexible scheduling (full-time and part-time options)

Access up to 40% of your earned wages before payday with PayActive

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Full healthcare benefits: medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with guaranteed 4% match and no vesting period

Exclusive hotel and food & beverage discountsAbout HVMG

Our Be Excellent culture is more than just words on a website -- we live and breathe it. As one associate said in an anonymous survey, "This is the best management company I've ever worked for. They walk the talk from the corporate office to the field."

We believe that the hotel business is one of the few industries in which successful career paths can start anywhere on the org chart. You control your destiny, and, if our executives are any indication, today's dishwasher can be tomorrow's Senior Vice President.

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

HVMG is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Part-time