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Montage Hotels

Banquet Chef

Montage Hotels, Laguna Beach, California, us, 92652

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Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

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At Montage, It’s All Because of YOU!

Banquet Chef Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Montage, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Montage is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.

Your Leadership

Prepare and order all items for all Banquet Event Orders, creates order sheets and inventory systems to always ensure proper stock levels

Managing, in conjunction with the Executive Steward, the inventory, control of all equipment and chin a required for events

Execute all production and plating in a timely , efficient manner; meeting and exceeding guest expectations

Attend BEO meetings, communicate information to banquet kitchen department, oversee banquet production flow and adjust in order to adhere to control procedures for cost and quality

Oversees the daily operation of the banquet kitchen including recruiting, hire, train, and supervision of sous chefs and cooks enforcing policies

Lead and assist in food preparation during banquets and events

Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation and storage areas at all times in accordance with state and local sanitation requirements and codes

Prepar e weekly kitchen work schedules and distribut e them in a timely manner

Estimat e daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicating production needs to kitchen personnel daily

Overs e e and creates employee dining room menus and experience

Prepar e and cook food of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions

Maintain purchasing, receiving, and food storage standards

H ave the desire to create WOW moments

Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs

About You

You are passionate about banquets and creating an exceptional culinary experience

You are exceptional in leading a team

You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same

You are trustworthy and have integrity

Must Haves

A minimum of three year s of previous Culinary supervisory or management experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Embrace Technology – continually learn, adapt, and master to new operating system

Knowledge of implementing new food concepts and menus

Budgetary analysis capabilities, a plus

Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Luxury hotel experience, a plus

You will Enjoy

DTO (Discretionary Time Off)

Healthcare benefits

Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts

401 [k] retirement plan with company matching, fully vested, and loan option

Banking and Investing Program offers preferred rewards, mortgage discount, and waived fees

Fertility & Family Forming Assistance

Parental leave pay differential

Pet Insurance

Hotel discounts

Free meals

Fitness & wellness discounts

LinkedIn Learning membership

Hearts of Montage /Hearts of Pendry community engagement

Associate’s events throughout the year

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift

Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis

Ability to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F)

At Montage, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

The pay scale for Banquet Chef is $85,000 to $110,000.

The pay scale is the base salary or hourly wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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