Elite Banquets Chef Tournant — 5-Diamond Training

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Free Parking

Employee Café

401(k) with matching

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality resort in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to join the team. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of A La Carte Service and Fine Dining experience. Responsibilities include preparing foods to standard recipes, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring all equipment is in good condition. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and people skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The compensation is commensurate with experience, and various benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a fine dining environment.
• Strong stamina for standing and physical labor.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods according to standard recipes.
• Ensure proper storage and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Maintain equipment and kitchen hygiene.

Skills

A La Carte Service/Fine Dining knowledge

Good knowledge of hot cooking fundamentals

Ability to perform kitchen tasks

Strong organizational skills

Excellent people skills

Ability to work independently

Basic English proficiency

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Join an award-winning company! The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is one of the most premier places to work in Northeast Florida and we pride ourselves in our 5-Diamond Certified service. People are our greatest asset, and we are currently seeking people like you who have a desire to join our team.

What's in it for you? Top pay - Flexible scheduling - Company provided uniforms and dry cleaning benefits - Resort discounts - Company provided 5-diamond training & certifications . . . and so much more!

Apply today and take advantage of this unique opportunity to work at the historic Ponte Vedra Inn & Club.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• 3 yearsÀLa Carte Service/ Fine Dining knowledge.
• Prepares all foods according to standard recipes to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Visually inspects, selects and uses food items of the highest quality in the preparation of all menu items.
• Checks and controls the proper storage of product and portion control, eg., especially high cost meat items.
• Keeps all refrigeration, storage, and working areas in clean, working condition to comply
• with health department regulations.
• Ensures all equipment in working areas is clean and in proper working condition.
• Prepares requisition for supplies and food items for production in work station.
• Reads and employs math skills to appropriately prepare items according to recipes.
• Requires stamina for standing and strength for lifting and moving products, weighing up to 60 lbs.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of hot cooking to include broiling, frying, sautéingand grilling.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Ability to read and write the English language in order to complete requisitions, read recipes and communicate with other employees.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry 50 lbs., or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand and work continuously in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Live in the local area or within commuting distance.
• Willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts.
• Willing to pay interview and relocation expenses.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Able to converse in basic English.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Excellent people skills.
• Meets grooming standards.
• We provide a substance free environment. Substance testing is mandatory.
• Meets/exceeds customer expectations.
• Meets or exceeds the team expectations.
• Energetic personality.

Compensation

• Commensurate with experience

Schedule

• Varied schedule including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Full Time

Benefits

• Paid Vacation
• 10 days after 1st year
• Paid Sick Leave
• 6 days per year
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dry Cleaning/Laundry
• Free Parking
• Employee Café
• Employee Funded 401(k) with matching

The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.

Source: Hospitality Online