Banquets Jr. Sous Chef

Broadmoor Hotel, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious culinary team at a renowned establishment known for its exceptional service and high standards. This role requires a passionate individual who can prepare exquisite dishes while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards. As part of a vibrant team, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, where your culinary skills will shine. The Broadmoor Hotel, a leader in luxury hospitality, values its employees and offers career development opportunities, making it the perfect place for those eager to grow in the culinary field. If you are enthusiastic and ready to deliver an unforgettable dining experience, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

Training and Development

Team-oriented Environment

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 3 years culinary experience required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present all menu items according to standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area.
• Ensure food quality and presentation meet hotel standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Teamwork

Time Management

Food Safety Standards

Education

Associates degree in Culinary Arts

3+ years of culinary experience

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Preparation Tools

Job description

Job Description

Pay-Rate: 20.63/per hour

Job Summary:

Summit offers a chic and contemporary American Brassiere cuisine showcasing seasonal and local produce from our very own gardens, alongside a vibrant network of the world's finest farmers and purveyors complemented by a sommelier-led wine and cocktail program. Summit is a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star and a AAA Four-Diamond Restaurant.

The Broadmoor is committed to creating a culture of family and community while simultaneously providing a genuine, unforgettable experience for our guests and team. This role will play a key part in continuing to uphold our reputation and providing exceptional service to our guests.

As a member of the Culinary Team, this position will prepare and present all menu items on menus. Will assist the Summit Chef de Cuisine in daily responsibilities to include ordering, line management, execution of menu items, and managing a staff of 10-20 employees daily. This person must be able to follow direction of the Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, and Sous Chefs in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, taste, and production and follow the standards set in place as a manager at the hotel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties may be assigned:

• Experience with operating, maintaining, and cleaning necessary machinery.
• Proceeds in preparation of all menu items in assigned area daily.
• Precisely follows portion control, presentation of food, consistency of food, and flavor as determined by the culinary department.
• Checks coolers for proper rotation of food items to prevent spoilage.
• Ensures adequate amount of product is on hand and lets supervisor know what to order.
• Takes required breaks, notifying supervisor prior to leaving station.
• Prepare all items as specified in areas working in.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area following safety guidelines.
• Follow all hotel and kitchen policies and procedures.
• Advise chef when food inventory is depleted.
• Must be able to understand and adjust recipes according to business levels.
• Maintain a working knowledge of properly storing, rotating, and maintaining products.
• Must be able to maintain ServSafe and health department standards.
• Maintain comprehensive preparation and knife skills.
• Ability to check and complete mise en place and pars to set-up the station.
• Ensure production of food in a timely manner.
• Prepare food so that quality, taste, and appearance of food is in accordance with Broadmoor standards.
• Control proper usage and rotation of food.
• Ensure food quality and appearance is in accordance with Broadmoor standards.
• Alert Chef or direct supervisor to any food quality issues that could have an adverse effect on Broadmoor Resort culinary operations.
• Maintain walk-in coolers and food storage areas daily.
• Ensure workstation and all equipment is clean and sanitized prior to the change of shift.
• Ensure outlined prep is completed in a timely manner for the next shift.
• Make sound judgment calls and decisions based upon principles set forth by The Broadmoor culinary management team.
• Highly responsible & reliable.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, always remaining calm and courteous.
• Give instructions to cooking personnel in fine points of cooking.
• Assume responsibility for kitchen.
• Must be able to run a station independently.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Uphold and abide by all Broadmoor policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Associates degree (A.A) or at least three (3) years of related culinary experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift/pull/push up to 50 pounds and will be working in conditions that are both inside and outside at times.
• Enthusiastic, friendly, and energetic team member who works well with others.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

*Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities*

Don’t meet all the qualifications/required skills? If you are committed to joining a team that provides world-class service, we encourage you to still apply. At the Broadmoor, we are looking for exceptional team members that are willing to learn, grow and deliver 5-star service to our guests.

Why Choose The Broadmoor (Benefits)

Working at The Broadmoor is more than just a job. The Broadmoor invests in our employees by offering comprehensive benefits packages and opportunities to grow professionally. By joining our family, you will work with, and learn from, a diverse team of world-class professionals at the longest running Five-Star, Five-Diamond resort in the world.

• Career Development – We invest in our employees! As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to grow your career. Whether pursuing career advancement, personal growth, or seasonal employment, we provide training and development opportunities to prepare you for your current role and future career.

Your application will not be penalized for redacting or removing any age-identifying information such as your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation.

This posting is expected to close by the date listed at the top of the page. We encourage applicants to apply early for full consideration. If necessary, this posting will remain open until filled.