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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Job Description
The Driskill is an iconic Texas landmark located in Austin, renowned for its historic charm, Western heritage, and cultural significance. As one of Austin's premier event destinations, The Driskill delivers an unparalleled blend of historic ambiance and modern luxury. This esteemed hotel has a long-standing tradition of excellence in hospitality and culinary arts, providing guests with memorable experiences that celebrate Texas culture and refined service. The Driskill continues to uphold its reputation by consistently offering exceptional dining and event services that reflect its unique identity and stature within the community.
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Job Requirements
- 8-12 years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hotel culinary and banquet operations
- prior experience as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef preferred
- culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
- food safety certification required
- demonstrated financial management skills
- strong leadership and communication abilities
- experience in menu development and cost control
- ability to manage high-profile events and client relationships
- proficiency in coordinating cross-departmental teams
Job Qualifications
- 8-12 years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hotel culinary and banquet operations
- prior experience as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a high-end environment preferred
- proven expertise in menu engineering, cost control, and operational leadership
- strong understanding of event service execution and banquet operations
- exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- demonstrated financial acumen and experience managing departmental budgets
- culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
- food safety certification required
Job Duties
- Oversee all banquet culinary operations including menu development, preparation, and presentation
- design innovative seasonal and custom menus reflecting Texas influence and regional ingredients
- ensure culinary offerings align with The Driskill's historic identity and luxury positioning
- maintain rigorous quality control and food safety standards
- lead and mentor culinary leaders, cooks, and stewards fostering accountability and continuous improvement
- manage the full execution of weddings, corporate meetings, galas, and high-profile social events
- lead banquet managers, captains, servers, and bartenders to deliver seamless service
- establish and enforce elevated service choreography and presentation standards
- coordinate effectively between culinary, banquet operations, sales, and external vendors
- maintain visible leadership presence during key events
- build strong relationships with meeting planners, social hosts, and VIP clients
- serve as senior operational contact for high-profile and signature events
- develop and manage annual budgets for culinary and event operations
- drive banquet revenue growth and margin optimization through menu engineering and labor modeling
- monitor food cost, labor productivity, and event profitability
- oversee inventory controls and purchasing coordination
- implement efficient payroll and workforce planning
- analyze financial performance and identify improvements
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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