Banquet Chef

				Overview:

The Banquet Chef will manage all aspects pertaining to the banquet kitchen in servicing all events. To ensure effective operation of the overall Banquet kitchen food production.

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.

Qualifications:

* Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels; effectively responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
* Empowers associates to provide excellent customer service. Ensures associates understand expectations and parameters.
* Observes service behaviors of associates and provides feedback to individuals; continuously strives to improve service performance.
* Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
* Helps associates receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.
* Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of associate team members with the appropriate skills.
* Supports a departmental orientation program for associates to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job. Ensures associates are cross trained to support successful daily operations.
* Uses all available on the job training tools for associates; supervises on-going training initiatives and conducts training when appropriate.
* Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
* Participates in the associate performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
* Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with associates and ensures associates do the same within the team.
* Must be able to work a flexible shift to include holidays weekends and rotating shift.
* Must be Management ServSafe certified
* A culinary degree and/or formal training is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

*  Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry moderate weight. Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending and twisting. Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc.) and taste/smell.

Working Environment:

*  Interior of hotel in restaurant and kitchen areas with exposure to humidity, steam and extreme temperatures.
* Exposure to hazardous cleaning chemicals.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement 

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
			

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