Job Summary:

As an integral member of the culinary team at Lansdowne Resort, the Banquet Chef is responsible for overseeing the culinary operation of the banquet department. S/he will train and motivate staff to exceed goals, while balancing profitability metrics. With focus on quality and production levels, the Banquet Chef will lead the culinary team and their mission to exceed customers’ expectations related to food quality and dining experience.

Essential Functions:

Ensures the highest standard of quality control and menu development in the banquets kitchen
Plans and executes multiple banquet functions
Continually enhances the culinary experience of banquet guests
Supervises the performance, attendance, attitudes, appearance and conduct of the culinary team
Prepares operating and capital budgets and operate banquet kitchen within those guidelines
Communicates openly and professionally with guests and meeting planners
Must be able to professionally communicate with all team members
Consistently practice safe and sanitary food handling techniques
Maintain workstation and equipment safety and cleanliness

Qualifications:

Able to work flexible hours and days
Two year culinary arts degree required
Minimum of five years experience in a high volume banquet operation
At least three years supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food products, and food service equipment
Previous experience maintaining professional and respectful work relationships

Other Duties

· All Associates are required to fully comply with hotel and departmental rules, regulations and policies for the safe, secure, effective and environmentally friendly operation of the hotel facilities. Examples include, but are not limited to lost and found procedures, emergency procedures, recycling efforts, etc.

· Attend and participate in all hotel and/or departmental meetings, training sessions and other information meetings.

· Regular attendance in conformance with hotels standards is essential to the successful performance of this position.

· Comply with hotel grooming standards for both uniformed and non-uniformed associates.

· Comply with hotel service and behavioral standards towards our guests, vendors and fellow colleagues, including, but not limited to ensuring proper phone etiquette, courteous and respectful behavior and maintaining a friendly and positive attitude.

· Perform all other duties as directed by management that are consistent with the policies and procedures of the hotel.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Physical Effort:	Significant portions of day require prolonged standing, moving and lifting items weighing 25lbs.
Physical Environment:	Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time during course of shift.
Manual Skills	Significant portions of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity, e.g., typing, handwriting, or machine operations.
Work Schedule:	Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, Associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
Safety:	Responsible for operating within hotel safety guidelines, including the safe and responsible operation of hotel equipment. Reports and addresses safety concerns as they arise. Ensures safe handling of chemicals in accordance with hotel and department standards and utilizes proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate.

Lansdowne Resort

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