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The Fairmont Copley Plaza

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Banquet Chef

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Banquet Chef

Engaging service, delicious cuisine and distinctive surroundings make every special event at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts a truly memorable affair. Showcase your culinary skills and passion for quality as Banquet Chef, where you will delight guests of our group functions with the exceptional fare you create.
 
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Exec. Chef and Exec. Sous, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:             
  • Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
  • Lead and supervise the qualityquantity of the food offered, as well as coordinate the production as it relates to all banquets
  • Review all banquet event orders to ensure all menu items and set-ups are prepared
  • Supervise all phases of food production and service directly related to all catering functions.
  • Responsible for all quantity and quality control of food production and appropriate staffing of entire banquet kitchen.
  • Conduct daily shift briefings to Colleagues 
  • Attend BEO meetings daily
  • Maintain food and labor costs
  • Assist in completion of weekly payroll
  • Hold staff meetings, record the minutes and send to HR
  • Assist in the development of new banquet offerings and displays
  • Follow payroll costs and productivity within budgeted guidelines
  • Provide training for new Colleagues
  • Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
  • Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Culinary degree and at least 3 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or at least 5 years of related progressive experience
  • Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset
  • Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
  • Highly responsible & reliable
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
  • Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times 
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): 
  • Constant standing and walking throughout shift
  • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
 
Visa Requirements: Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.
 
APPLY TODAY: Whether you’re launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit http://www.fairmontcareers.com/ to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts—and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!
 
ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS
At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That’s why you'll find exceptional work opportunities—throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific—as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London’s The Savoy, New York’s The Plaza, and Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!
 

     
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Banquet Chef

Back Bay East, Boston, MA, United States

Full-time, Indefinite

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