Banquets Chef de Cuisine: Luxury Event Culinary Leader

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission to Hersheypark

Employee discounts

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

The Hotel Hershey, part of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, seeks a Banquets Chef de Cuisine to oversee food quality and presentation for banquet and restaurant services. You will lead banquet operations, supervise culinary staff, and coordinate menus for catered events.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in food & beverage with 2+ years in supervision, ServSafe certification, and culinary education. Schedule includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
Minimum 5 years of related experience in F&B/hospitality.
Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Post-Employment ServSafe Manager Certification required.
Culinary education preferred (Associate's or certificate).
Relevant work experience can substitute for education.

Responsibilities

Train kitchen staff in food preparation, presentation, sanitation, and safety.*
Order supplies and inventory; verify quantities and storage.*
Establish and maintain cleaning/safety schedules; keep equipment in good order.*
Direct kitchen staff, work on line during service, assist as needed.*
Develop catering menus and update recipes/specifications.*
Supervise banquet staff; hire/train/evaluate for development.*
Attend management meetings to plan banquets/events and communicate updates.*
Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance at all times.*
Coordinate food orders and supplies to avoid service disruption.*
Perform other duties as assigned.