Culinary Supervisor | Buffalo Marriott LECOM HARBORCENTER

Shaner Hotels is a renowned hospitality owner-operator and management company known for its extensive portfolio and commitment to excellence. With over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties encompassing more than 7,500 rooms across 14 states and four countries, Shaner Hotels stands as one of the leading names in the industry. The company collaborates with top hospitality brands as well as independent locations, providing comprehensive services that include hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce strategies, and revenue management. This dedication ensures quality guest experiences and successful hotel operations at every property managed by Shaner Hotels.

One of the prominent properties under Shaner Hotels is the Buffalo Marriott LECOM HARBORCENTER, located in downtown Buffalo's vibrant Canalside Entertainment District. The hotel boasts 205 modern guest rooms and is strategically situated adjacent to the Key Bank Center, home of the NHL Buffalo Sabres, offering guests easy access to premier entertainment. Additionally, the natural beauty of Niagara Falls is just a short drive away, enhancing the appeal of the location for both leisure and business travelers. An elegant meeting space and a seventh-floor restaurant and bar with impressive views of Lake Erie and the Buffalo city skyline are key features that add to the property's allure.

The role offered is a full-time position as part of the culinary team at the Buffalo Marriott LECOM HARBORCENTER, with a starting hourly wage of $21, commensurate with experience. This position demands a strong commitment to maintaining high food safety and sanitation standards consistent with state and hotel regulations. The successful candidate will be expected to manage food production with efficiency and quality, work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, and ensure the kitchen's operational standards meet strict company guidelines.

The position involves planning, preparing, setting up, and delivering quality food service across various menu items and specials. It requires assisting with training kitchen staff, monitoring their performance, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in work areas and equipment. This role also includes addressing guest complaints to guarantee satisfaction and helping foster a positive, safe working environment. Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to read and interpret essential documents like banquet event orders and safety manuals. A safe food handling certificate is necessary, as are supervisory skills or experience, as the job entails assisting with directing and supporting kitchen team members.

This opportunity offers benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, Marriott hotel discounts, complimentary hotel stays, and meals during shifts. The hotel’s location on public transportation routes makes commuting convenient. Working at the Buffalo Marriott LECOM HARBORCENTER with Shaner Hotels means being part of a dynamic team within a distinguished organization that values quality, service, and career development in the hospitality industry.