Banquet Sous Chef

Davidson Hospitality Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc service

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

The Mills House, part of Davidson Hospitality Group, seeks an experienced culinary professional to lead banquet operations. You will assist in planning, organizing, and executing high-profile banquet events with a focus on superior cuisine and guest experience.

Join our vibrant team to mentor cooks, manage food costs, and ensure safety and quality standards. This role offers growth within a historic Charleston property and a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Culinary leadership experience in banquet environments.
• Strong focus on menu planning, cost control and quality control.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in menu planning and recipe development for banquet events
• Supervise and train culinary team members, ensuring proper techniques and adherence to standards
• Oversee food preparation and presentation, ensuring quality and consistency
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless event execution
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Support the Executive Chef in menu tastings, special promotions, and menu engineering
• Stay updated with industry trends and innovations to enhance the banquet dining experience

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Team management

Food safety

Quality presentation

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Property Description

The Mills House offers an exciting opportunity for job applicants looking to be a part of a historic and prestigious hospitality team. Located in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, our hotel boasts a rich heritage and timeless elegance, providing a unique and upscale experience for our guests. As a team member, you will have the chance to work in a dynamic and vibrant environment, providing exceptional service and creating memorable moments for our guests. With opportunities for career growth, ongoing training, and a supportive work culture, The Mills House is the perfect place to elevate your hospitality career.

Overview

Are you a talented and passionate culinary professional with a flair for creating exceptional banquet experiences? As a key member of our culinary team, you will assist the Executive Chef in planning, organizing, and executing banquet events, ensuring high-quality cuisine and an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. If you thrive in a collaborative and high-energy atmosphere, have a strong attention to detail, and are dedicated to culinary excellence, we invite you to contribute to our guests' special occasions and be part of a vibrant hospitality team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in menu planning and recipe development for banquet events
• Supervise and train culinary team members, ensuring proper techniques and adherence to standards
• Oversee food preparation and presentation, ensuring quality and consistency
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless event execution
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Support the Executive Chef in menu tastings, special promotions, and menu engineering
• Stay updated with industry trends and innovations to enhance the banquet dining experience

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in a culinary leadership role, preferably in banquet operations
• Strong knowledge of banquet operations, food preparation techniques, and presentation
• Creativity and ability to develop innovative and visually appealing dishes
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.

A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company.

In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.

Pre-employment drug test and background check required.

We participate in E-Verify.