Chef de Cuisine - Banquets

Accor Hotels; Victoria; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Chef de Cuisine for their banquet operations. This role involves overseeing all aspects of food production for large-scale events, ensuring the highest quality and presentation. The successful candidate will lead a talented culinary team, innovate menus, and maintain impeccable hygiene standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a luxurious environment, where your culinary expertise will shine and contribute to unforgettable banquet experiences. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in luxury hotel or high-end banquet operation.
• Strong expertise in large-scale culinary operations and event execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee banquet kitchen operations ensuring food quality and presentation.
• Develop banquet menus considering guest preferences and cost efficiency.
• Lead and mentor the banquet kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence.

Skills

Culinary Operations

Menu Planning

Event Execution

Leadership

Cost Control

Job description

Company Description

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suitesand a villa. Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.

Job Description

The Chef de Cuisine – Banquets is responsible for overseeing all banquet kitchen operations at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr. This role ensures the highest quality of food production, menu development, and efficient execution of large-scale events. The Chef de Cuisine will lead a team of culinary professionals, maintain high hygiene and safety standards, and collaborate with other departments to deliver exceptional banquet experiences.

• Oversee all aspects of banquet kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and presentation meet Fairmont’s high standards.

• Develop and refine banquet menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef, considering guest preferences, seasonality, and cost efficiency.

• Ensure timely and efficient preparation of meals for large-scale events, maintaining impeccable presentation and flavor profiles.

• Innovate new dishes and culinary techniques to enhance the banquet dining experience.

• Lead, train, and mentor the banquet kitchen team, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching to enhance team efficiency and skills.

• Plan and coordinate kitchen staff schedules to ensure seamless operations during banquet events.

• Manage food costs and inventory control for banquet operations, ensuring optimal use of ingredients and resources.

• Work closely with the banquet service team to ensure seamless coordination between kitchen and event operations.

• Ensure timely execution of banquet functions, adapting to last-minute changes or guest preferences with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel or high-end banquet operation.

• Strong expertise in large-scale culinary operations, menu planning, and event execution.

• Proven leadership skills with experience managing a diverse kitchen team.

• Extensive knowledge of international cuisines, buffet setups, and plated banquet services.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with the capability to handle multiple events simultaneously.

• Strong understanding of cost control, inventory management, and purchasing.