Sous Chef Banquets

BENCHMARK; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Performance bonus

Full benefits

Tuition advancement

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is hiring a Chef Tournant for the La Quinta Resort and Club. The role requires a college degree in culinary arts or ongoing studies, with experience in a high-volume kitchen and a hands-on leadership style. You’ll manage daily production, menu execution, and coaching of the culinary team.

The position involves prep planning, safe food handling, and adapting recipes to seasonal menus, with opportunities to advance within a renowned hospitality group.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a professional kitchen.
• Active Food handler’s certification or ability to obtain it.
• Must be willing to work various day/night and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform any function within the culinary department as needed.
• Develop knowledge of cooking procedures (grill, sauté, fry).
• Prepare ingredients and ensure food safety and hygiene.
• Lead and mentor team; update prep sheets daily.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Leadership

Food safety

Knife skills

Education

Culinary degree or pursuing degree

Tools

Knives

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.About our property:At the La Quinta Resort and Club we pride ourselves on being the best employer in the area. What sets us apart? Our culture, full benefit plans, including 401k with a company match and our lucrative bonus programs, to name a few. We are looking for talented people who have a genuine passion for service. Our Core Values involve personal development, people, and a desire for wanting them to succeed. We believe each member of our team has a key part to play in our delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. We want a Resort that people want to come to, not through. Find out today what a career with Pyramid Hotel Group at the La Quinta Resort and Club can mean for you!What you will have an opportunity to do:We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Chef Tournant. This individual must have extensive experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen and be a college graduate in the culinary arts or pursuing an advanced degree. This individual must be creative, motivated, and a passionate hands-on leader in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant, responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally.The Chef Tournant will assist in multiple areas of the kitchen with planning and execution of the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable competitive quality products.If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills, the skills of your team and grow a career, then we want you!Your Role:You may be required to perform any function within the culinary department (cook, steward etc)You will develop your knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry)You will have the opportunity to experience using knives and various kitchen equipmentYou will reach and recreate recipesYou will be consistent on all food preparationYou will learn how to minimize food waste through cross utilizationYou will have the opportunity to work with a world class culinary teamYou will create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipmentYou will prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)You will keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchenYou will ensure all food and other items are stored properlyYou will be responsible for the quality of ingredientsYou will have thorough knowledge of food allergens and handles any guest with food allergies with a high sense of urgencyYou will work with the culinary team to ensure prep sheets are updated and being properly used dailyWhat are we looking for?2-3 years experience working in a professional kitchen environmentActive Food handler’s certification or the ability to get itMust be willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shiftsRequires strong organizational skillsMust be able to work independentlyAble to be on your feet for long periods of timeAble to lift at least 50 poundsAt least 21 years of ageHave a desire to exceed expectationsAn energetic personalityCompensation:$26.00-$26.00Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.