Banquet Kitchen Lead & Culinary Innovator

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants; Torch of Friendship (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in Florida is seeking an experienced culinary professional to lead kitchen operations in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. The role requires collaborating with the Executive Chef to deliver outstanding, from-scratch menus and memorable dining experiences.

You should bring 1+ years of high-volume kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and a proven ability to train and lead teams. Weekend and holiday availability is expected.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Bachelor's degree or related certificate preferred.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, holidays.
• Strong knife skills and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen aspects in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Train kitchen staff and establish working schedules.
• Interview and hire employees; plan, assign and direct work; appraise performance.
• Order, stock, and inspect the quality of all food items for daily service.
• Maintain budgeted labor costs and control overtime.
• Ensure that food is produced on a timely basis and tickets are executed efficiently.

Skills

Culinary experience

Flexible schedule

Knife skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Science or related certificate

Job description

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in Florida is seeking an experienced culinary professional to lead kitchen operations in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. The role requires collaborating with the Executive Chef to deliver outstanding, from-scratch menus and memorable dining experiences.

You should bring 1+ years of high-volume kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and a proven ability to train and lead teams. Weekend and holiday availability is expected.