Job Description
Hospitality Spotlight is working with a luxury client in the central coast of California and we are looking for a hotel Banquet Chef.
The Work :
Oversee day-to-day hotel kitchen staff
Menu development
Uphold plating and portioning standards
Plan for event staffing needs
Order ingredients and maintain kitchen inventory
Enforce proper SSOP (sanitation standard operating procedures)
Resolve problems and communicate to ensure consistency and memorable guest service
Promote a positive work environment while mentoring the team
Plus additional duties as required
What you've already done (requirements) :
Minimum of 5+ years as a Banquet Chef at a high end / luxury hotel
Thinks critically and objectively; has excellent problem solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions based on business demands.
Understands and interprets hotel financial reports; generates, and analyzes budgets and labor reports.
Has a passion for hospitality, demonstrated by a progressive hotel career.
Working knowledge and passion for wine, spirits and cocktail trends
Previous experience working with both brand and independent / boutique hotel banquets preferred
Strong “Can Do” attitude
Luxury hotel experience required
Degree in culinary arts strongly preferred
Must possess a track record of successful leadership and have the ability to teach and mentor the team
Developed interpersonal, adaptive influencing and supervisory management skills
Team player and analytical with the ability to multitask
Excellence in business ethics and integrity
Submit your resume if you meet all of the qualifications and are excited about joining an already successful and growing team.
We look forward to connecting and shining our spotlight on you!
Requirements
7+ years of experience as a Banquet Chef at a high end / luxury hotel
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