Banquet Chef- TaskForce

The Unbound Collection by Hyatt; Carmel-by-the-Sea (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Unbound Collection by Hyatt at Carmel Valley Ranch is seeking a seasoned Banquet Chef to lead a dedicated culinary team, uphold Hyatt brand standards, and deliver memorable experiences for guests at weddings, conferences, and special events. Your leadership will shape service excellence and menu creativity in a vibrant resort environment.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, develop and implement banquet menus, monitor food quality and costs, train staff, ensure safety and sanitation,

Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills.
• Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service.
• Proficient in general computer knowledge.
• Desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast paced customer service environment.
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
• Strong training and communication skills.
• Culinary education and/or on the job training; hotel experience preferred.
• Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming basic management responsibilities.
• Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments.
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards.
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions.
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring.
• May manage other key culinary leadership rolls including supervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs.
• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results.
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis.
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu development

Cost control

Sanitation & safety

Culinary excellence

Training staff

Hospitality experience

Education

Culinary education and/or on the job training

Job description

Summary

At Carmel Valley Ranch, we believe our guests select Carmel Valley Ranch, because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

Organization- Carmel Valley Ranch

At Carmel Valley Ranch, we believe our guests select Carmel Valley Ranch, because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

Our Hyatt Culture is represented by our mission, values, and goals through: Innovative, Respect, Service-Oriented and Inclusion. Innovative, Hyatt is forward thinking and passionate as we seek new ways to advance in the hospitality industry. Respect, Hyatt associates are inspired by the team's spirit and camaraderie given to one another. Service-Oriented, Hyatt is customer focused by providing authentic hospitality in every way every time. Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity is an integral part of who we are and what we represent.

The goal of the Banquet Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef to create, implement and maintain quality standards. In some instances the Banquet Chef will be expected to be responsible for the entire Banquet operation. The ideal Banquet Chef will accomplish their tasks by monitoring the daily functions of the culinary department, including providing support and guidance to the culinary team, ending in a positive guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming basic management responsibilities
• Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items
• Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring
• May manage other key culinary leadership rolls including supervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs
• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment

Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
• Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service
• Proficient in general computer knowledge
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast paced customer service environment
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
• Strong training and communication skills
• Culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel experience preferred
• Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred