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Banquet Chef - Regent Santa Monica Beach

IHG Hotels & Resorts, Santa Monica, California, United States, 90403

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IHG Hotels & Resorts . About us : Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort features four dining destinations, a Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool, Regent Boutique, and a state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship. For more information visit RegentSantaMonicaBeach.com. Job Summary

The Banquet Chef is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the main kitchen, including employee dining, banquets, butcher, and garde manger. This role leads and motivates the banquet culinary team to ensure efficient production, consistency, and excellence in all food offerings. The Banquet Chef upholds the highest standards of quality, safety, and sanitation while fostering a productive and collaborative work environment that supports both team performance and guest satisfaction. A day in your role

Supervise and manage the Banquet Kitchen team, ensuring efficient and effective operations. Train, develop, and coach colleagues while enforcing company policies and standards. Lead and assist in food preparation for banquets and events, maintaining consistency and quality. Ensure all food preparation and storage areas remain clean and sanitary in compliance with state and local health regulations. Prepare and distribute weekly kitchen work schedules in a timely and organized manner. Respond to guest inquiries promptly while delivering exceptional customer service. Assist the Executive Chef with overall kitchen operations and food preparation. Collaborate with the Executive Chef to determine food presentation standards and design decorative displays. Estimate daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicate requirements to kitchen staff daily. Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for regular service, special guests, and functions. Contribute to the development of new food products and menu items, participate in tastings, and adjust rollout schedules for special or seasonal menus as needed. Maintain proper purchasing, receiving, and food storage procedures in compliance with established standards. Provide counseling, coaching, and documentation as needed, while enforcing resort, food safety, and workplace safety policies. Perform other duties as assigned to support kitchen and resort operations. Strong administrative skills including labor tracking, food cost tracking, payroll, and scheduling. What we need from you

Minimum three years of supervisory experience in high-volume luxury food and beverage operations, including catering and banquet services. Culinary certification, degree, or related training, preferred. Ability to handle multiple tasks and work well under time constraints. Ability to work well with people, in a team environment, and to communicate effectively both written and orally. Able to stand and walk throughout shift. Ability to carry or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds. Proficient in hotel management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Skilled in writing menus, production lists, F&B proposals, and requisitions. Open to relocation across the U.S. to support career development and operational needs. Able to work varied shifts including holidays and weekends. What you can expect from us

The salary pay range for this role is

$100,000.00

to

$110,000.00 . This range is applicable for jobs at

Regent Santa Monica Beach . This position is eligible for bonus pay. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, wellness and sick time, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k plan, complimentary parking, employee cafeteria meals, and other benefits to eligible colleagues. Hotel discounts worldwide are available, along with access to discount programs and a supportive team environment. We value diversity and inclusion and invite you to bring your authentic self to work. Equal opportunity employer : IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled. Important information

The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we believe we would pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Pay position within the range depends on factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business needs. No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until earned and determinable. Bonus or other compensation is at the Company’s discretion. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please click here. IHG does not accept applications, inquiries, or unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. Please click here for our agency policy. If you are a resident of or applying to a job opening in the State of Washington, please click here to read about applicable benefits.

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