Banquet Chef
The Kessler Enterprise, Inc. - Mountain Brook, AL
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An inspiring career awaits you!The Kessler Collection is a portfolio of luxury boutique hotels, unique restaurants and experiences with a Bohemian twist. The collection's captivating hotels feature curated art, original music, unique architecture and stories around every corner, all located in destinations people want to be. Our mission of inspiring places, intuitive service, and exuberant guests means we are committed to our Grand Performers learning, development, and well-being. We believe people want to be inspired!Grand Performers may enjoy a range of benefits, including:Marriott Employee Discounts WorldwideCompetitive Wage & Discretionary Bonus ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision InsuranceCompany-Sponsored Life InsuranceShort & Long-Term Disability InsuranceTuition Reimbursement Program401(K) with Discretionary Company Matching ContributionsEmployee Assistance ProgramJOB SUMMARYThe overall objective and purpose of the Banquet Chef position is to oversee the daily operations of the banquet culinary department under the direction of theExecutive Chef. This includes monitoring the banquet culinary operation while maintaining profitability and quality control. They are to provide inspiring andStrategic leadership while directing the activities of the banquet department in support of the mission, core values, standards and goals established by theCompany.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESPrimary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:Maintains a file of recipes, including ingredients, portions, and directions for preparation and presentation of each dish.Assist the Executive Chef in developing banquet menus, recipes cards and specifications according to the Kessler SOPs.Set Standards and methods for portion control for each dish on the banquet menu, with the perceived value factor in mind.Ensures all banquet recipes are followed exactly and consistently.Assumes responsibility for banquet kitchen in absence of Executive Chef.Monitors inventory on a daily basis to ensure proper levels and qualityManage food and labor costs within budgeted guidelines.Arranges training of staff on the proper use and cleaning of equipment and cleaning supplies.Assist with organizing banquet kitchen meetings at least once a month.Participates in Grand Performer performance appraisals and progressive discipline as required.Assist Executive Chef with developing and coaching staff.Participates and attends manager meetings and all other mandatory meetings.Maintains the banquet kitchen cleanliness and organization standards.Completes daily walkthroughs of banquet kitchen area.Assist the Executive Chef in tracking food costs and completing monthly inventory.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESTo perform this role successfully, an individual must have experience achieving desired result(s) in their areas of responsibility. The requirements listed below areRepresentative of observable behaviors and essential knowledge, skill, and abilities required of a successful incumbent.Strategic business leader - Works strategically to devise plans in alignment with organizational goals.Cultivates engagement - Builds loyalty to the company and not to themselves. Proven ability to host/facilitate effective meetings, motivate teams to produceResults with tight timeframes while simultaneously managing several projects.Generates alignment - Ensures proper time and effort is spent to build high level performance and consistency throughout collection.Leads with courage - Provides a culture of accountability.Execution of plans - Utilizes our systems, tools and resources to accomplish results and achieve goalsAdvanced level of written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Ability to implement and uphold service standardsEffectively motivate associates and maintain a cohesive teamAbility to prioritize and organize work assignmentsAbility to work well in stressful, high-pressure situationsAbility to work with and understand financial information, data and basic arithmetic functionsAbility to maintain and build relationships with existing and potential clients as well as industry contactsAbility to prepare wide range of culinary offeringsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCulinary degree or related training equivalent in the Hospitality/Restaurant Industry - required2+ years of relevant work experience in similar scope and title - requiredExperience within luxury brand/markets - preferredFood Safety Manager Certification - required or attained within 30 daysSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESSupervisory and leadership responsibilities include achieving results through providing direction and accountability of the following Grand Performers within the culture and policies established by the Kessler Collection.Banquet Sous ChefBanquet Culinary SupervisorBanquet CooksCafe Attendants (if applicable)WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment/conditions described herein are representative of those that an incumbent may experience.Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, without the use of a private office.Must be able to cope with frequent changing priorities and deadlines with a high degree of optimism, professionalism & collaboration.Must be able to work safely in a kitchen environment with high temperatures and humiditySchedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & physical demands of this role.While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to move 10lbs on a daily basis.Push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs on a weekly basis.While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to travel by foot, car, bus, airplane or other means of transportation whichRequire sitting, waiting and standing for long and short periods of time.The Kessler Collection is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Created: 2024-09-30