Banquet Culinary Supervisor

Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa, Autograph Collection; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Exclusive Discounts on hotel stays, +D

Opportunities for Growth

Job summary

The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa on Alabama’s Gulf Coast is seeking a Culinary Supervisor to lead our Culinary Department. You will provide positive leadership, train kitchen staff, and ensure proper menu preparation and safety standards.

You will maintain high quality, inspect all items, manage production flow for timely service, oversee food safety compliance, and support menu maintenance, equipment care, and cross‑department collaboration to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a culinary team and training kitchen staff.
• Strong focus on food safety, quality control, and health regulations.
• Ability to manage production flow and cost controls.
• Knowledge of menu specifications and recipe writing.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise kitchen staff in menu prep, equipment use, and safety.
• Inspect products for quality and consistency before service.
• Coordinate timely service and maintain production flow.
• Ensure proper food receiving, storage, labeling, and dating.
• Lead daily taste panels and delegate tasks to staff.
• Maintain menu specs, recipes, and production forecasts.
• Keep kitchen equipment clean and in good condition.
• Foster positive relationships across the department.

Job description

Step into an exciting career at the legendary Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, located on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Nestled on 550 acres of stunning beauty, the Grand combines rich Southern tradition with modern luxury to offer world-class guest experiences. Our signature restaurants and a reinvention of all dining operations celebrate culinary excellence. With nine unique dining venues on the property, talented chefs curate inventive breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner menus that spotlight honest farm‑to‑table fare, alongside iconic cocktails that enhance these brilliant meals. At the Grand, culinary tradition meets new South innovation, creating unforgettable dining experiences that reflect the art of gastronomy.

As a Culinary Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of our Culinary Department, ensuring a clean and organized work environment. Your primary responsibilities will include providing positive leadership through guidance and training to kitchen staff, ensuring proper preparation of menu items, and upholding safety measures. You will maintain high‑quality standards and conduct thorough inspections of all food items before service, ensuring only top‑grade, correctly prepared dishes reach our valued guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff Training & Supervision: Train and supervise kitchen staff in the proper preparation of menu items, equipment usage, and safety measures. Evaluate performance and provide guidance to ensure quality products.
• Quality Control: Taste, smell, and visually inspect all products before service, ensuring only quality and correct items and recipes are utilized.
• Timely Service: Ensure accurate timing and pace for service, allowing guests to receive food in a timely manner.
• Operational Oversight: Monitor production flow and make necessary adjustments to adhere to control procedures for cost and quality.
• Food Safety Compliance: Ensure proper receiving, storage (including temperature‑setting), and rotation of food products in compliance with Health Department regulations, including labeling and dating for product freshness.
• Daily Taste Panels: Conduct daily taste panels to ensure products are perfectly seasoned and suitable for serving.
• Task Delegation: Assign specific duties to all employees under your supervision to ensure efficient kitchen operations and service.
• Menu Maintenance: Write, maintain, and update menu specifications, recipes, production forecasts, and ensure adherence to them.
• Equipment Management: Ensure all kitchen equipment is clean and in proper working condition, notifying supervisors and chefs of any repairs needed.
• Relationship Building: Foster positive working relationships with all team members throughout your department and the hotel.

Perks & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Comprehensive options, including both FSA and HSA plans.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Plan for your future with our matching retirement plan.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy discounts on hotel stays, dining, golf, and retail at PCH properties and worldwide through Marriott.
• Opportunities for Growth: Ongoing training and development with room for career advancement.

Join us at the Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, where culinary excellence is celebrated, and hospitality thrives. Be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences that create lasting memories for our guests!