Executive Banquet Chef

Executive Banquet ChefThe Grand Resort – Warren, OHThe Grand Resort is a premier destination resort renowned for offering guests exceptional hotel accommodations and world-class amenities throughout the year. Our commitment to excellence creates a vibrant environment where hospitality and culinary artistry thrive.We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Executive Banquet Chef to lead our culinary team in delivering outstanding banquet experiences. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee large-scale food production, manage banquet operations, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, and presentation. The ideal candidate will bring extensive culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for fine dining to elevate our banquet services.ResponsibilitiesLead and supervise the banquet kitchen team, ensuring efficient food preparation and service for all eventsPlan, develop, and execute innovative menu concepts tailored to various banquet occasionsOversee food production, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality standardsManage inventory control, ordering supplies, and maintaining proper stock levels to minimize waste and control costsEnforce food safety sanitizing procedures and uphold strict hygiene standards across all kitchen operationsCoordinate with event planners and service staff to ensure seamless execution of banquet functionsMonitor shift operations, assign tasks, and provide training to foster a motivated and skilled culinary teamQualificationsExtensive banquet experience with a strong background in large-scale food production and cateringProven supervising experience managing culinary teams in high-volume settingsIn-depth knowledge of dietary requirements, food handling, and sanitation regulations within the food industryExpertise in menu planning, cost control, inventory management, and kitchen management techniquesStrong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage multiple priorities effectivelyFine dining experience with a focus on presentation excellence and customer satisfactionKnowledge of food safety sanitizing procedures, food service management, and hospitality standardsExperience in managing shifts, controlling costs, and maintaining high standards of food quality in restaurant or catering environmentsAbility to coordinate with various departments to deliver exceptional banquet experiencesJoin us as our Executive Banquet Chef to lead our culinary team in creating memorable dining experiences that reflect our commitment to excellence. We value passionate professionals eager to showcase their culinary talents while managing dynamic banquet operations in a vibrant hospitality setting.The Grand Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.Benefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceWork Location: In person