Head Chef Banqueting - Sheraton Stockholm

Förvaltnings AB Tegelbacken; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hotel in Stockholm seeks an experienced Banqueting Head Chef to manage its newly renovated conference and banqueting facilities. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of leadership experience in high-level kitchens and a passion for creating exceptional food experiences. This is a full-time role offering opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Permanent full-time position

Opportunities for career growth

Employee discounted rates at over 8,000 hotels worldwide

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar position in a high-level restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Experience in developing high-level menus.
• Ability to fluently communicate verbally in English; Swedish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the banqueting kitchen.
• Develop seasonal menus for events.
• Supervise quality food production while maintaining standards.
• Lead recruitment and team development.

Skills

Creative personality

Excellent leadership skills

Organizational skills

High professional ethics

Good communication skills

Job description

Step into a role that redefines excellence at the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel, a hallmark of hospitality since 1971 in the heart of Sweden's bustling capital. Aligned with our innovative owners Archer Hotel Management and Marriott International, we merge rich cultural history with modern luxury and a deep dedication to sustainability.

We are undergoing a full renovation and currently seeking a passionate Banqueting Head Chef to lead our newly renovated conference and banqueting facilities to the level of excellence they deserve.

For this role, we are looking for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and experienced in leading both small and large events. You are responsible, flexible, and enjoy problem-solving. A humble team player at heart, you thrive on delivering exceptional food experiences and exceeding guest expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operation of our banqueting kitchen and stewarding teams, actively participating in service when required
• Develop menus as required seasonally to fit our different event concepts and needs.
• Calculate the cost and price menus accordingly
• Supervise the production of quality food products in the department ensuring high standards are kept at all times
• Develop a strategy plan for the minimization of food wastage
• To assure the development and coaching/training all banqueting kitchen team members
• Planning schedules on a weekly basis based on the projected business demand levels
• To oversee the daily ordering of the necessary food products
• To perform inventory duties for food related products on a monthly basis
• To lead the recruitment of new team members
• To overview the HACCP control of our operation ensuring we are adhering to the set regulations
• To take an active position in the financial management of the banqueting kitchen department
• Act on kitchen related guest requests and problems in a manner that follows the hotels vision and policies

Qualifications:

• You are a creative team player who thrives in a high-pace kitchen operation making exceptionally high quality food.
• You have at least 3 year experience working in a similar position in a high-level restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Creative personality who enjoys developing concepts and thinking outside the box.
• Experienced in developing high level menus.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a team.
• Ambitious and interested in working in a high-pace environment with great standards.
• Out-going personality who has an easy way communicating with colleagues and guests.
• Good sense of service and a genuine desire to exceed guests' and employees' expectations.
• You enjoy structure and have good organizational skills.
• High professional ethics.
• Luxury hospitality is your passion and you have a genuine love for food.
• Able to fluently communicate verbally in English. Fluency in Swedish is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A permanent full-time position following the 6-month probation period and we adhere to collective bargaining agreements.
• Chance of being part of one of the biggest renovation and re-positioning projects in Stockholm's hotel scene.
• Great opportunities for career growth.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Employee discounted rates at over 8,000 hotels worldwide.

Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the final application deadline, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Join our team and play a key role in creating memorable experiences for our guests!

The Sheraton brand, established in 1937, has been synonymous with excellence in hospitality. The Sheraton Stockholm Hotel, opened in 1971 as the first international 5 star hotel in Stockholm, and it's an icon in Sweden's capital city.

Redefining the Essence of Hospitality - We have recently started our much-anticipated renovation journey at Sheraton Stockholm. This marks the beginning of our mission to redefine the essence of hospitality.

About Archer Hotel Management - Archer Hotel Management (AHM) is the operational arm of Archer Hotel Capital (AHC), committed to pioneering sustainable management of upscale and luxury hotels in Europe.