Banquet Chef

Seamlessly blending alpine style with the luxury amenities of a world-class resort, we offer rustic elegance in a pristine natural setting. All of it infused with a delightful "cosmopolitan-ality" that has become a signature of our resort. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in The Roost feature organic grown ingredients wherever possible. Get lost in the moment at our full-service award winning SPA, or take a moment for Tennis or Pickleball at our Tennis Academy, ranked one of the top ten Tennis Resorts in the U.S.

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company specializing in creating memorable guest experiences and delivering best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts across the country. We ensure you have the support, tools and opportunities you need to get the job done, grow as an individual, and excel in your hospitality career.
We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package consisting of EARLY PAY OR EARNED WAGE ACCESS get paid before payday, medical, dental, vision, pet discount program, identity theft protection, pre-paid legal support, flexible spending accounts, matched 401K, life, critical accident or illness, short- & long-term disability, paid time off, wellness programs, wonderful hotel discounts and much more.

Job Overview:

• Assist with overseeing the service of menu - Supervise and assists in plate up, coordinates with Chef on buffet and reception setup
• Coordination of all banquet hot and cold foods
• Responsible for overall banquet food operation to ensure quality and quantity
• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations for large events and functions, ensuring food is prepared, plated, and served efficiently.
• Focus on batch cooking and maintaining food quality for large groups.
• Preparation and execution of all menu items, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery.
• ensure timely execution of events, quality service, and adherence to all applicable federal, state, local safety and health regulations and corporate standards.
• Supervise cleanup of function room and proper breakdown and storage of equipment.
• Attends meetings.
• Assist servers and captains with the execution of events according to the event order and quality standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Specific Job Knowledge and Skills:
• The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
• Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service-ware.
• Knowledge of all applicable federal, state and local health and safety regulations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the English language in order to read event orders and effectively communicate with guests and employees.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to grasp, lift, carry or transport up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to operate various food and beverage equipment present at a function.
• Ability to set realistic goals and standards.
• Ability to work AM or PM shifts, weekends and holidays
• Experience in banquets
• Experience in chef tables
• Works on hours to guaranty the running of a professional sound operation at the highest level of guest, groups and events satisfaction at all times

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

• Ability to speak English and hear in order to communicate effectively with guests and associates
• Close and distance vision
• Frequently walking with some standing at times, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary
• Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms in any direction and kneel and stoop repeatedly

Qualifications:

• Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates. CPR & First Aid training preferred.