National Geographic Museum - Banquet Chef

Compass Group USA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Levy at the National Geographic Museum in Washington, DC, is seeking a Banquet Chef to supervise and participate in food preparation, quality, safety, and inventory to meet high standards and revenue goals.

The role requires leadership in culinary operations, experience with high-volume catering, and a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. We value a culinary degree, local sourcing focus, and a drive to innovate in a leading hospitality environment.

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

• Supervise and participate in food preparation and quality, safety, and inventory functions.
• Assist in menu changes and recommend procedural/production changes.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation Serve-Safe and safety requirements.
• Manage inventory, ordering and receiving for the food service operation.
• Demonstrate proficiency in menu development, cost controls, and purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary management

Menu development

Cost controls

Inventory management

Sanitation standards

Flexible scheduling

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

National Geographic Museum - Banquet Chef

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus eligible

We’re thrilled to unveil the Explorers Eatery, a new international food hall, at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration in Washington, D.C.

At Explorers Eatery, we’ll combine our passion for exceptional food and hospitality with National Geographic Society’s iconic spirit of discovery – offering guests a global culinary journey inspired by cultures, stories and flavors from around the world.

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

In this role you will supervise and participate in food preparation and quality, physical maintenance and inventory functions to ensure high quality standards, safety, and revenue goals are met.

Key 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

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

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.

Nearest Major Market: Washington DC

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