Banquet Chef
Ready for a sizzling career move As our Banquet Chef you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the banquet culinary operations. You will lead and inspire a team of talented culinary professionals ensuring exceptional food quality presentation and guest satisfaction to create special memories that keep our guests coming back for more.
Duties & Responsibilities include:
- Lead the Banquet Culinary team providing direction to deliver exceptional and flawlessly executed events
- Ensure consistency and excellence in the preparation and presentation of all banquet dishes in accordance with property recipes standards and brand guidelines
- Collaborate with the culinary leadership team to develop banquet menus seasonal offerings and creative displays
- Train team members on culinary techniques presentation and service expectations to enhance overall performance.
- Engage with guests and meeting planners when appropriate to ensure satisfaction and gather feedback for continuous improvement
- Monitor inventory assist with ordering and ensure efficient use of ingredients to control food costs and reduce waste
- Participate in special events tastings and culinary promotions to showcase the hotels offerings.
- Assist with administrative duties including scheduling payroll recruitment and performance evaluations
- Communicate clearly and consistently with all departments partnering closely with the Banquets Conference Services and Catering Sales teams to ensure flawless service execution and cohesive guest experiences
- Assist in overall management responsibilities as needed
- Follow all health and safety policies ensuring compliance with the company and local health department standards
- Follow department policies procedures and service standards
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Minimum 2 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in upscale banqueting and events
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training required
- Previous experience leading in a union environment preferred
- Ability to lead by example believe in a strong team culture and drive high performance
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
- Service-focused personality with passion for culinary excellence
- Ability to communicate in English and Spanish an asset
- Flexibility to work varied schedules including evenings weekends and holidays
Salary range $89000-$92200
Additional Information :
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa an elegant Spanish mission-style Inn boasts exceptional accommodation in the heart of Wine Country. As one big team community of service professionals we come together and work with a common purpose to welcome connect and serve others.
Visa Requirements: Applicants must be able to provide proof that they are legally able to work in the United States.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/V/ what you love care for the world dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Banquet ChefReady for a sizzling career move As our Banquet Chef you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the banquet culinary operations. You will lead and inspire a team of talented culinary professionals ensuring exceptional food quality presentation and guest satisfaction to create special mem...
Banquet Chef
Ready for a sizzling career move As our Banquet Chef you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the banquet culinary operations. You will lead and inspire a team of talented culinary professionals ensuring exceptional food quality presentation and guest satisfaction to create special memories that keep our guests coming back for more.
Duties & Responsibilities include:
- Lead the Banquet Culinary team providing direction to deliver exceptional and flawlessly executed events
- Ensure consistency and excellence in the preparation and presentation of all banquet dishes in accordance with property recipes standards and brand guidelines
- Collaborate with the culinary leadership team to develop banquet menus seasonal offerings and creative displays
- Train team members on culinary techniques presentation and service expectations to enhance overall performance.
- Engage with guests and meeting planners when appropriate to ensure satisfaction and gather feedback for continuous improvement
- Monitor inventory assist with ordering and ensure efficient use of ingredients to control food costs and reduce waste
- Participate in special events tastings and culinary promotions to showcase the hotels offerings.
- Assist with administrative duties including scheduling payroll recruitment and performance evaluations
- Communicate clearly and consistently with all departments partnering closely with the Banquets Conference Services and Catering Sales teams to ensure flawless service execution and cohesive guest experiences
- Assist in overall management responsibilities as needed
- Follow all health and safety policies ensuring compliance with the company and local health department standards
- Follow department policies procedures and service standards
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Minimum 2 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in upscale banqueting and events
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training required
- Previous experience leading in a union environment preferred
- Ability to lead by example believe in a strong team culture and drive high performance
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
- Service-focused personality with passion for culinary excellence
- Ability to communicate in English and Spanish an asset
- Flexibility to work varied schedules including evenings weekends and holidays
Salary range $89000-$92200
Additional Information :
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa an elegant Spanish mission-style Inn boasts exceptional accommodation in the heart of Wine Country. As one big team community of service professionals we come together and work with a common purpose to welcome connect and serve others.
Visa Requirements: Applicants must be able to provide proof that they are legally able to work in the United States.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/V/ what you love care for the world dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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