Banquet Chef

Major Food Group is hiring an experience Banquet Chef to join our team at THE GRILL and THE POOL !

THE GRILL is a historically based American chophouse set in midcentury New York. It takes great inspiration from history; both the time the Seagram Building was built and the restaurants that existed at that time. It is the precursor to the NY Steakhouse, when things were still intricate and elegant. It celebrates all the animals of the land and some of our favorites from the sea.

Situated in the landmarked Seagram Building,  THE   POOL has been home to New York's most storied parties and events for over half a century. With its soaring 20-foot ceilings, white-marble fountain, and shimmering chain curtains enveloping the walls, THE POOL is an iconic venue where the room itself is an occasion. Conveying mid-century elegance and fantastical grandeur in equal measure, THE POOL lends itself to a variety of configurations and is, simply put, the finest events space in all of New York City.

This role is primarily stationed at 375  Park (The Grill/The Pool) but also includes offsite events as needed.

RESPONSILBILITES:

• Responsible for Menu development and receipe build out
• Executes all catering and banquet production for MFG
• Assist in the menu creation and makes recommendations as needed
• Supervises activities of assigned staff, communicate goals, and assign/schedule work to ensure proper coverage
• Responsible for coordinating menus, purchasing, scheduling, food preparation and plating for catering events
• Maintains complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards
• Responsible for delivering a consistent, high quality product for all events and functions
• Inspect the cleanliness of the line, floor, and all Kitchen stations

REQUIREMENTS:
• At least 4 years of experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants.
• Experience in multi unit/catering and banquets preffered
• Previous experience in Michelin-starred (1, 2, or 3) and/or NY Times (2 or more stars) is preferred.
• This position requires a flexible schedule and weekends are necessary.  
• There will be a variable working schedule but it will be a full time working schedule.  

COMPENSATION : $110,000 - $120,000 salary

BENEFITS :

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
• Growth Opportunities
• Progressive Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Allowance
• Unlimited Referral Program
• TransitChek Discount

Equal Employment Opportunity 
Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.