Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,000.00 - $65,000.00
Benefits
Comprehensive health care benefits
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
10 day paid time off
Paid Time Off
Employee discounts at Moody Gardens Resort
Job Description
Moody Gardens Hotel, located in the vibrant coastal city of Galveston, Texas, is a renowned destination known for its exceptional hospitality and premier food and beverage offerings. As part of the larger Moody Gardens complex, which includes botanical gardens, aquarium, and theaters, the hotel attracts local and international guests seeking a luxurious and memorable stay. The hotel is distinguished for its commitment to excellence in service, dining, and overall guest experience, making it a leader in the hospitality industry in the region. The Moody Gardens Hotel's culinary division plays a crucial role in maintaining this standard by providing diverse, high-quality... Show More
Job Requirements
- No formal education required
- 5 years of relevant experience in similar culinary roles
- Minimum 2 years experience in a supervisory or leadership position
- Ability to obtain necessary government licenses and certifications
- Must acquire TABC and Food Handlers Certification before starting work
- Reliability and responsibility in workplace conduct
- Basic communication skills in English
- Physical ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform duties in confined and high-temperature environments
- Flexibility to work mornings, swing, nights, holidays, and weekends
- Preferred ability to speak Spanish
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field or 5 years of experience in a similar position
- 2-year minimum in leadership role overseeing minimum of 5 people
- Ability to obtain any government required license or certificates
- CPR certification or First Aid training preferred
- Must obtain TABC and Food Handlers Certification prior to beginning work
- Ability to speak Spanish preferred
- Ability to read, listen, and communicate in English both verbally and in writing
- Basic math skills to understand measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes
- Ability to operate kitchen appliances such as stoves, ovens, mixers, etc.
Job Duties
- Coordinate all food production needs and food presentation operations for the Banquets
- Ensure the production of high quality food for the Banquets as well as all other food outlets of Moody Gardens
- Maintain a high quality image through effective housekeeping, maintenance, and sanitation in areas of responsibility
- Maintain and evaluate existing food concepts and the development of creative new food concepts which ensure the highest quality food and profitability
- Operate within the budgeted guidelines, and maintain food cost percentages
- Orienting new employees for which you are in charge and coordinate internal training and developmental programs when appropriate
- Implement and support control procedures within the department
- Staff kitchen to meet kitchen responsibilities
- Ensure good safety practices of kitchen employees and assist in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures
- Operate in compliance with all Local, State, and Federal laws and government regulations
- Assist Executive Chef with kitchen operations and Banquets
- Estimate daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel daily
- Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
- Any and all other duties as assigned
- Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
- Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications
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