Banquet Chef

The Banquet Chef must be creative, with an in-depth knowledge of industry trends, along with strong technical and organizational skills.  They must also be goal oriented with the ability to develop and implement comprehensive plans, to elevate the hotel’s product and service.

What Is In It For You: 

• Competitive salary
• Flexible PTO and Benefit plans
• Generous 401k options
• Employee rates at Luxe Accor properties in North and Central America
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within our property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities like Planet21 and Employee Wellbeing initiatives

 

What You Will Be Doing:

• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service to our guests as well as our colleagues
• Responsible for attending BEO meeting and reviewing all Banquet Event Orders in detail, including organizing order lists, daily production lists, and creating a banquet schedule covering all banquet events, and covering necessary banquet action stations, which support as needed.
• Actively ensures the proper training and development of culinary staff
• Create and ensure adherence to standardized recipes and specifications in order to maintain consistency and ensure all quality standards are met
• Keep overproduction and food waste to a minimum, ensure proper rotation, labeling, and storing of food. Must keep food cost in line with our forecast without exception, including the adjustment of banquet pricing in a timely manner should that be necessary.
• Ensure that all food products prepared and served safely in accordance with hotel and government Food Safety guidelines.
• Responsible for the day to day operations and guest satisfaction of all Banquet functions in the hotel, including Garde Manger and hot banquets
• Actively monitor the quality of banquet food at all points of a function to ensure that food remains of the utmost quality.
• Supervise colleagues regarding preparation and presentation of finished products for banquet guests
• Ensures the kitchen work area is clean, organized and that the equipment is functional
• Responsible for departmental payroll, scheduling and administration
• Oversees daily ordering of all food production requirements for the department
• Takes an active, positive leadership role within the Hotel
• Other duties as assigned

 

Your Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years Culinary management experience in a luxury hotel or related field
• Must be proficient in both a la carte and production cooking
• Must be an effective supervisor, trainer, administrator and team player with strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be innovative, detail oriented and quality conscious
• Must show proven people skills in leading a large Culinary department
• Be able to implement an action plan of how you will influence banquet production and plating, menu development and social display concepts

 

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shifts. 
• Lifting up to 30 lbs frequently.

Visa Requirements: Must have proof of valid U.S. work authorization.

Your Team and Working Environment

Fairmont Pittsburgh, a 4 diamond LEED certified luxury hotel, is located at the heart of Pittsburgh’s business, cultural and retail hub.  Fairmont Pittsburgh offers superb and distinctive guest services and accommodations in a luxury setting.

Drawing from Pittsburgh’s rich history, fl.2 showcases a wide selection of local beers, craft cocktails, and an elevated Modern American menu with unique signature items that have the power to transform guests into regulars. Vibrant and inviting, the restaurant and bar offers a space that allows for an open, airy atmosphere with a modern framework incorporated with architectural elements.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.

Why Work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you are you are and you can find the job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor!

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