Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,800.00 - $79,400.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) with employer match
Employee cafeteria
Uniforms Provided
Hotel discount program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Job Description
Koury Corporation is a renowned hospitality company known for owning and operating premier properties such as the Grandover Resort & Spa. This establishment is a celebrated destination that offers luxurious accommodations, fine dining experiences, spa services, and event hosting in a picturesque setting. As a leader in hospitality, Koury Corporation is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and memorable experiences to both guests and local residents. The company prioritizes a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and operational excellence, making it a sought-after employer in the hospitality industry. The Grandover Resort & Spa, part of Koury Corporation's portfolio, is a prestigious resort offering... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Several years of professional culinary experience in banquet or large-scale food service
- Current Serve Safe certification
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent physical stamina to work in a kitchen environment
- Commitment to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards
- Strong leadership qualities and ability to manage a team effectively
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience as a banquet or executive chef
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent culinary skills and creativity
- Ability to plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
- Experience customizing menus for large events such as weddings and corporate functions
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards including ServeSafe certification
- Experience with budget management and cost control
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to innovate and stay current with food and beverage trends
- Experience with staff hiring, training and development
- Commitment to quality and guest satisfaction
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Job Duties
- Executing and fulfilling banquet event orders
- Planning and directing food preparation and culinary activities
- Customizing menus for weddings, corporate and social groups
- Maintaining a safe and clean work environment in the banquet kitchen and surrounding areas
- Ensuring stewarding responsibilities are fulfilled throughout the hotel with the help of the Executive Steward
- Hiring and training Banquet cooks, Cafe East cooks, and utility workers
- Developing and implementing a seasonal based menu for Cafe East that supplies food to the pool (seasonal) and 19th and Timber (when open)
- Developing Cafe East weekly specials that drive revenue and interest from the general public and residents on social media
- Developing special event menus for events such as wine dinners and wine & bourbon tastings and executing those menus
- Executing any outside catering needed by management
- Developing and executing new and innovative amenity selections for guests
- Supplying the employee cafeteria with daily lunch selections
- Driving the overall success of the resort based on company values and principles
- Building experiences that meeting planners and guests want to share
- Fostering forward-looking innovation
- Displaying fundamental cooking expertise required for specialty menus, guest tastings, and themed functions
- Guiding menu development and food presentations
- Staying on trends with food and beverage concepts
- Staying current on buffet presentations
- Creating menu items for sales and catering seasonally
- Guiding menu purchasing and specifications
- Establishing performance, budget, and team goals
- Managing food, labor, and consumable costs
- Leading with new cooking techniques and recipes, continuously learning new skills
- Planning and managing the procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, and cost-effective manner
- Maintaining commitment to quality of food products to ensure that NC Health Department, OSHA and all safety standards are met
- Leading compliance and associate adherence in food handling and sanitation standards and certifications
- Maintaining Serve Safe Certification
- Maintaining and updating MSDS manual as needed
- Developing and implementing staff safety standards and practices
- Executing weekly safety meetings
- Ensuring a high-engagement team and collaborative culture by supporting an open-door environment
- Guiding growth and development of staff to support business objectives and career progression
- Actively participating in the hiring process to identify the right talent
- Demonstrating honesty, integrity and modeling appropriate behaviors
- Teaching and training staff to prepare and present with the highest standards
- Focusing on attention to detail, innovative staff training, creativity, food cost control, and organizational skills
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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