Executive Chef - High-Volume Banquets & Dining

Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Center; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

The Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Center is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team in a high-volume banquet operation and all food & beverage outlets. This role emphasizes staff development, food safety, and menu creation in a fast-paced setting.

You will collaborate with catering sales to customize events while keeping labor and food costs within budget. Formal culinary training and a proven track record are essential for success in this leadership role.

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary leadership with high-volume banquet operation experience.
• Formal culinary training and progression in responsibilities.
• Ability to manage budgets and food costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and culinary team for high-volume banquets.
• Staffing, training and scheduling of culinary personnel.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cost controls.
• Develop menus and collaborate with catering sales for events.
• Manage labor and food costs within budgeted parameters.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety & sanitation

Menu development

Budgeting & cost control

Staff scheduling & training

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

The Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Center is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team in a high-volume banquet operation and all food & beverage outlets. This role emphasizes staff development, food safety, and menu creation in a fast-paced setting.

You will collaborate with catering sales to customize events while keeping labor and food costs within budget. Formal culinary training and a proven track record are essential for success in this leadership role.