Banquet Chef

Montage International; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Hotel discounts

Free meals

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Montage International is seeking a Banquet Chef in Laguna Beach, CA. You will prepare and order all items for Banquet Event Orders, create order sheets and inventory systems, and oversee banquet production for events, ensuring timely, precise execution and high guest satisfaction.

You will lead and supervise sous chefs and cooks, maintain sanitation standards, train staff, and manage scheduling and cost control in coordination with the Executive Steward.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of culinary supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Embrace technology and adapt to new operating systems.
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus; budget analysis a plus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Luxury hotel experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and order all items for Banquet Event Orders and inventory systems.
• Manage inventory and equipment with the Executive Steward.
• Lead banquet kitchen and supervise sous chefs and cooks.
• Oversee banquet production flow and cost/quality control.
• Recruit, hire, and train kitchen staff and provide supervision.
• Maintain sanitation and food safety standards across the kitchen.
• Prepare weekly kitchen work schedules and communicate needs.

Skills

Banquet leadership

Team leadership

Willing to learn

Integrity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application. We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes. If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and apply for your application to be considered. At Montage, It’s All Because of YOU!

Banquet Chef

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun.At Montage, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Montage is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.

Your Leadership

Prepare and order all items for all Banquet Event Orders, creates order sheets and inventory systems to always ensure proper stock levels Managing, in conjunction with the Executive Steward, the inventory, control of all equipment and china required for events Execute all production and plating in a timely, efficient manner; meeting and exceeding guest expectations Attend BEO meetings, communicate information to banquet kitchen department, oversee banquet production flow and adjust in order to adhere to control procedures for cost and quality Oversees the daily operation of the banquet kitchen including recruiting, hire, train, and supervision of sous chefs and cooks enforcing policies Lead and assist in food preparation during banquets and events Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation and storage areas at all times in accordance with state and local sanitation requirements and codes Prepare weekly kitchen work schedules and distribute them in a timely manner Estimate daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicating production needs to kitchen personnel daily Oversee and creates employee dining room menus and experience Prepare and cook food of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions Maintain purchasing, receiving, and food storage standards Have the desire to create WOW moments Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs

About You

• You are passionate about banquets and creating an exceptional culinary experience
• You are exceptional in leading a team
• You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same
• You are trustworthy and have integrity

Must Haves

• A minimum of three years of previous Culinary supervisory or management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Embrace Technology – continually learn, adapt, and master to new operating system
• Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus Budgetary analysis capabilities, a plus
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus

You will Enjoy

• DTO (Discretionary Time Off)
• Healthcare benefits
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401 [k] retirement plan with company matching, fully vested, and loan option
• Banking and Investing Program offers preferred rewards, mortgage discount, and waived fees
• Fertility & Family Forming Assistance
• Parental leave pay differential
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel discounts
• Free meals
• Fitness & wellness discounts
• LinkedIn Learning membership
• Hearts of Montage/Hearts of Pendry community engagement
• Associate’s events throughout the year

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift
• Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F)

In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

The pay scale for Banquet Chef is $96,000 to $110,000.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

At Montage Hotels & Resorts and Pendry Hotels, we’re committed to delivering extraordinary, personalized and authentic experiences.

How we get there is by empowering our associates to think creatively. Grow their talents. Encourage them to have fun. And allow them to follow their passion in creating moments guests will long remember. At Montage and Pendry, opportunities for career growth are bountiful, and training programs are open to those seeking advancement. We encourage all of our associates to continuously learn and grow. Working at Montage and Pendry is more than a job; it’s a way of life.