Banquet Chef | Playa Largo Resort & Spa

Job Title

Kitchen Staff

Job Description

Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts. Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely. Establishes, maintains, and trains standards and procedures for operations and safe working conditions in the department. Hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Handle guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Direct, train and monitor performance of kitchen staff. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum of three years of experience as a line cook; prior supervisory experience preferred. Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding. High school graduate or equivalent, certification of culinary training preferred. Safe food handling certificate. Ability to read and interpret documents, such as B.E.O.'s, safety rules, procedure manuals. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

About the Team

Shaner Hotels has an exceptional opportunity at the award-winning Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection, located in the breathtaking Florida Keys. This premier luxury waterfront resort offers an unforgettable guest experience and an outstanding workplace for hospitality professionals seeking to grow their careers.

Our 175-room resort features elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, 10 private bungalows, an exclusive three-bedroom beach house, a private marina with boat ramp, a full-service spa and salon, fitness center, sports courts, and beautifully landscaped event spaces, including a grand ballroom, private courtyard, and picturesque wedding lawn.

As one of the Florida Keys' premier event destinations, Playa Largo hosts everything from luxury weddings and social celebrations to corporate meetings and conferences. Guests also enjoy an exceptional culinary experience with four distinctive restaurants and bars, including an upscale steakhouse, fresh seafood restaurant, ceviche and sushi bar, pool and beach bar, sunset terrace, in-room dining, and a full-service banquet and catering operation.

If you're passionate about luxury hospitality and delivering world-class guest experiences, Playa Largo Resort & Spa offers an outstanding opportunity to build your career with Shaner Hotels. Join an award-winning team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and creating unforgettable experiences in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world.

About Us

Shaner Hotel Group is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

Job Info

Job Identification 237022 Locations 97450 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL, 33037, US (On-site) Full Time or Part Time Full-Time Brands Autograph Collection Job Category Kitchen