Head Banquet Chef - Global Culinary Events & Catering

Levy Restaurants; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Levy Restaurants is opening Explorers Eatery at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration in Washington, D.C. We seek a culinary leader to supervise and participate in food preparation, inventory, and quality control to meet safety and revenue goals.

The role requires 3-5 years of culinary management, high-volume production and catering experience, and a flexible schedule including holidays. Join a team focused on global flavors and exceptional hospitality in a renowned venue.

Qualifications

• Culinary Degree is preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant culinary management experience is required.
• High volume production and catering experience is required.
• Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Desire to work with an industry leader preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule - including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the creation and recommends menu changes
• Recommends and implements procedural/production changes
• Assures compliance with all sanitation Serve-Safe and safety requirements
• Performs culinary management of food service operation to include inventory, ordering and receiving
• Demonstrates proficiency in menu development, cost controls, and purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Culinary management

Menu planning

Cost controls

High-volume production

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Levy Restaurants is opening Explorers Eatery at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration in Washington, D.C. We seek a culinary leader to supervise and participate in food preparation, inventory, and quality control to meet safety and revenue goals.

The role requires 3-5 years of culinary management, high-volume production and catering experience, and a flexible schedule including holidays. Join a team focused on global flavors and exceptional hospitality in a renowned venue.