Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $54,100.00 - $81,500.00
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Annual bonus
promotional opportunities
free shift meal
Job Description
Crown Block Dallas and The Crown Room are prestigious dining establishments located atop the iconic Reunion Tower in Dallas, Texas. Crown Block is renowned for offering sweeping panoramic views of the Dallas skyline along with an exquisite menu curated by Chef Kim Canteenwalla, featuring rare steaks and fine seafood. This restaurant has earned the distinction of being MICHELIN-Recommended for both 2024 and 2025, a testament to its culinary excellence and commitment to exceptional guest experiences. The establishment is highly regarded for its warm and attentive hospitality. Guests enjoy luxurious amenities such as complimentary valet parking, personalized handwritten notes for special occasions, celebratory desserts accompanied by grand sparklers, and freshly baked cookies served as a heartwarming farewell. Recognized as one of Dallas's most sought-after dining destinations, Crown Block promises a premier culinary experience that is definitely worth including on any fine dining enthusiast's bucket list.
The Banquet Chef position at Crown Block and The Crown Room is a vital leadership role focused on driving the banquet culinary efforts across these prestigious venues. This full-time role commands a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 annually and involves direct oversight of banquet culinary operations, menu innovation, and staff management. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Banquet Chef oversees all banquet and in-room dining kitchen staff during assigned shifts, ensuring that all food preparation upholds the highest standards of quality and presentation. The chef is responsible for creating profitable and creative banquet menus that reflect the brand's excellence, managing kitchen operations to remain within budget, and upholding a high level of service consistency and guest satisfaction.
Flexibility is a key attribute for the Banquet Chef as duties span working in multiple environments, both on and off-premises, including direct service in Crown Block restaurant when banquet events are not taking place. Key responsibilities include scheduling and supervising culinary preparation, maintaining inventory controls, ordering supplies, and conducting rigorous training sessions for kitchen staff to ensure consistent delivery of premium food quality. The Banquet Chef also plays an integral role in contributing to overall operations development and participates in cross-departmental collaboration, sharing feedback with culinary, operations, and sales teams to support property-wide goals and continuous improvement.
Ideal candidates for this role are passionate about hospitality and fine cuisine, demonstrating strong organizational skills, leadership qualities, and a keen eye for detail. The position requires experience in culinary management within fine dining, hotels, or catering environments, with an emphasis on banquet and event service. The Banquet Chef must be able to work effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism, multitasking efficiently in a dynamic team environment, and upholding health and safety standards rigorously. The establishment offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, free shift meals, and promotional opportunities, designed to support the wellbeing and growth of its team members. This position demands mental and physical stamina for extended working hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, fitting for those dedicated to a rewarding culinary career.
The Banquet Chef position at Crown Block and The Crown Room is a vital leadership role focused on driving the banquet culinary efforts across these prestigious venues. This full-time role commands a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 annually and involves direct oversight of banquet culinary operations, menu innovation, and staff management. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Banquet Chef oversees all banquet and in-room dining kitchen staff during assigned shifts, ensuring that all food preparation upholds the highest standards of quality and presentation. The chef is responsible for creating profitable and creative banquet menus that reflect the brand's excellence, managing kitchen operations to remain within budget, and upholding a high level of service consistency and guest satisfaction.
Flexibility is a key attribute for the Banquet Chef as duties span working in multiple environments, both on and off-premises, including direct service in Crown Block restaurant when banquet events are not taking place. Key responsibilities include scheduling and supervising culinary preparation, maintaining inventory controls, ordering supplies, and conducting rigorous training sessions for kitchen staff to ensure consistent delivery of premium food quality. The Banquet Chef also plays an integral role in contributing to overall operations development and participates in cross-departmental collaboration, sharing feedback with culinary, operations, and sales teams to support property-wide goals and continuous improvement.
Ideal candidates for this role are passionate about hospitality and fine cuisine, demonstrating strong organizational skills, leadership qualities, and a keen eye for detail. The position requires experience in culinary management within fine dining, hotels, or catering environments, with an emphasis on banquet and event service. The Banquet Chef must be able to work effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism, multitasking efficiently in a dynamic team environment, and upholding health and safety standards rigorously. The establishment offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, free shift meals, and promotional opportunities, designed to support the wellbeing and growth of its team members. This position demands mental and physical stamina for extended working hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, fitting for those dedicated to a rewarding culinary career.
Job Requirements
- Minimum three years food and beverage management and supervisory experience
- Five plus years culinary management experience in fine dining, hotel or catering environment
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Ability to train and mentor staff
- Knowledge of inventory management and scheduling
- Must maintain mental and physical stamina for extended shifts
- Ability to comply with company standards and code of conduct
Job Qualifications
- Five plus years of culinary management experience in fine dining, hotel, or catering environment
- Minimum three years of food and beverage management and supervisory experience, preferably in catering and banquets
- Extensive food and beverage knowledge and current awareness of food and event trends
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact effectively with diverse associates, management and guests
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Professional and respectful demeanor
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience in training and mentoring staff
- Knowledge of inventory management and scheduling
- Ability to read, write and speak fluent English
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in food and beverage or culinary arts or related supervisor experience preferred
- Willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Maintain operational effectiveness of banquet kitchen within budgeted guidelines
- Work flexibly in all environments on and off premise ensuring food quality standards
- Supervise all banquet and in-room dining kitchen staff during assigned shifts
- Establish daily prep schedules for quality and service control
- Achieve time standards for food preparation for every event served
- Monitor inventory and manage supply orders accurately
- Train and orient kitchen staff and manage scheduling for efficiency
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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