Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $64,000.00 - $86,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Paid holidays
Job Description
Marriott International is a globally recognized hospitality company known for delivering exceptional guest experiences through a diverse portfolio of renowned hotel brands. One of the distinguished entities within Marriott's portfolio is Gaylord Hotels, celebrated for its expertise and leadership in meetings and experiences. Gaylord Hotels is committed to creating exceptional environments, services, and programming that bring people together in extraordinary ways. The company fosters a culture where associates, known as STARs, are encouraged to be creative, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to providing thoughtful, big-hearted service to guests. Join Gaylord Hotels, and you become part of a global team that prioritizes endless... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- minimum 2-4 years of culinary experience
- or 2-year degree in culinary arts or related field with relevant experience
- strong leadership abilities
- excellent communication skills
- knowledge of food safety regulations
- ability to manage kitchen operations and budgets
- proficiency in staff training and development
- customer service skills
- ability to handle guest feedback and complaints
- capability to operate kitchen equipment
- commitment to sanitation and quality standards
- team player mindset
- problem-solving skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED with 4 years of culinary or related professional experience
- OR 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major with 2 years of experience
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- Strong culinary skills including food preparation and presentation
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to manage budgets and operational expenses
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience with labor management and staff scheduling
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to train and mentor staff
- Customer service orientation
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment and maintenance
- Understanding of regulatory compliance in food service
Job Duties
- Manage kitchen shift operations and ensure compliance with food and beverage policies
- Estimate daily production needs and communicate them to kitchen personnel
- Assist Executive Chef with kitchen operations and food preparation
- Prepare and cook various foods regularly and for special functions
- Develop new menu applications, ideas, and decorative food presentations
- Maintain purchasing, receiving, and food storage standards
- Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards
- Perform duties of kitchen managers and employees as needed
- Recognize quality products, presentations, and flavors
- Ensure compliance with laws and regulations
- Follow proper food handling and temperature procedures
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment
- Check quality of raw and cooked foods
- Supervise and coordinate cooks and kitchen workers
- Lead shifts with personal food preparation and execution
- Utilize interpersonal skills to lead and influence staff
- Foster mutual trust and cooperation among team members
- Serve as a role model for appropriate behaviors
- Maintain employee productivity levels
- Set clear expectations for employees
- Establish collaborative relationships within the team
- Administer property policies fairly
- Communicate performance expectations
- Recognize successful performance
- Provide exceptional customer service beyond expectations
- Manage day-to-day operations ensuring quality and standards
- Set positive examples for guest relations
- Empower employees for excellent service
- Interact with guests for feedback
- Handle guest complaints
- Achieve and exceed performance and budget goals
- Develop goals and plans to accomplish work
- Use labor management system for scheduling
- Train employees in safety procedures
- Identify development needs and coach staff
- Provide feedback and guidance to improve service
- Participate in performance appraisals
- Report issues to management and HR
- Communicate with supervisors and team
- Analyze information and solve problems
- Attend and participate in meetings
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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