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Banquet Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $63,000.00 - $84,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Relocation assistance
performance bonuses

Job Description

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa is a premier luxury hotel located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Known for its stunning beachfront location and exceptional hospitality, this resort offers guests a unique blend of comfort, elegance, and world-class amenities. Marriott International, the parent company, is a global leader in the hotel and hospitality industry, renowned for its commitment to quality service and continuous innovation. With a wide array of dining, recreational, and meeting facilities, the resort caters to both leisure and business travelers, ensuring memorable experiences for every guest.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in culinary or related field OR 2-year culinary or hospitality degree with minimum 2 years experience
  • Demonstrated leadership and management experience
  • Proficiency in food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work full time on site
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Capability to train, develop and mentor kitchen staff
  • Commitment to delivering excellent customer service
  • Familiarity with kitchen equipment operation and maintenance

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED with 4 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage or related area
  • OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management or related major with 2 years of relevant experience
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent culinary skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques
  • Ability to maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation
  • Proficient in inventory and purchasing management
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Capability to handle customer complaints and feedback professionally
  • Experience with labor management and scheduling systems
  • Competence in coaching and mentoring staff
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Knowledge of applicable food laws and regulations

Job Duties

  • Manage kitchen shift operations and ensure compliance with food and beverage policies, standards and procedures
  • Estimate daily production needs and communicate them to kitchen staff
  • Assist Executive Chef with kitchen operations and food preparation
  • Prepare and cook various foods regularly and for special functions
  • Develop and create new menu items and decorative food presentations
  • Maintain purchasing, receiving and food storage standards
  • Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation regulations
  • Perform duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary
  • Recognize superior quality in products, presentations and flavors
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Follow proper food handling and temperature procedures
  • Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and report malfunctions
  • Check quality of raw and cooked food products
  • Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and kitchen workers
  • Lead kitchen shifts while preparing food items
  • Utilize interpersonal and communication skills to lead and influence staff
  • Encourage and build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members
  • Serve as a role model for appropriate behaviors
  • Maintain employee productivity levels
  • Ensure employees understand expectations and parameters
  • Establish and maintain open collaborative relationships within the team
  • Administer property policies fairly and consistently
  • Communicate performance expectations according to job descriptions
  • Recognize successful performance and produce desired results
  • Provide exceptional customer service to ensure satisfaction and retention
  • Manage day-to-day operations ensuring quality and customer expectations
  • Set a positive example for guest relations
  • Empower employees in customer service
  • Interact with guests to obtain feedback on food quality and service
  • Handle guest complaints effectively
  • Achieve and exceed performance, budget and team goals
  • Develop and prioritize work plans
  • Use Labor Management System for scheduling and attendance tracking
  • Train employees in safety procedures
  • Identify and support developmental needs of staff
  • Provide coaching, mentoring and feedback
  • Participate in employee performance appraisals
  • Report issues to management and Human Resources
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team
  • Analyze information and solve problems
  • Attend and participate in relevant meetings

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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