Banquet Chef - The Seabird Resort

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hyatt as a Banquet Chef, managing the banquet kitchen and creating unforgettable experiences. Lead a talented team while overseeing large-scale culinary events and providing exceptional service. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, culinary expertise, and a passion for excellence in a bustling environment.

Benefits

12 complimentary hotel nights worldwide

Unlimited discounted room rates for colleagues, friends, and family

Vacation, sick leave, and parental leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Complimentary employee meals

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of kitchen operations required.
• Experience in training and managing multiple events across hotel banquet facilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage the banquet kitchen and lead culinary events.
• Supervise food preparation and staff training.
• Develop creative menus adhering to brand standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Creativity

Education

Formal culinary education or equivalent experience

Job description

Join our dynamic team at Hyatt, a place of learning and growth, where you can work in a beautiful setting with an unobstructed view of the ocean! We are seeking individuals who can provide authentic and memorable experiences that embody the Southern California Dream.

The goal of the Banquet Chef is to manage the banquet kitchen. The Banquet Chef will collaborate with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to create and implement menus and concepts, and execute high-volume banquet functions. This role involves leading the kitchen for various banquet events, from client tastings to large VIP galas, and requires strong leadership, creativity, and the ability to facilitate large-scale production for on-site and off-site catering.

The salary range for this position is $70,600.00-$88,100.00, based on experience and education. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be made accordingly.

Hyatt offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 12 complimentary hotel nights worldwide
• Unlimited discounted room rates for colleagues, friends, and family worldwide
• Bereavement and jury duty pay
• Vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, and other health benefits
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Complimentary employee meals
• And much more!

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting senior leadership and managing departmental responsibilities
• Serving as a liaison between culinary and other hotel departments
• Supervising food preparation and cooking
• Developing creative menus adhering to brand standards
• Planning and coordinating special events and holiday functions
• Managing kitchen staff through scheduling, training, and evaluation
• Leading and coaching the culinary team to achieve guest satisfaction and employee engagement
• Monitoring food quality, costs, and safety standards

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of kitchen operations
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience in training, financial management, and customer service
• A passion for exceeding guest expectations in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to produce consistent quality products promptly
• Experience managing multiple events across hotel banquet facilities
• Formal culinary education or equivalent experience; hotel or large catering experience is required
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift and carry moderate weights

All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Location: Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, Cambridge, MD, US