Banquet Sous Chef

Company: Pier Sixty-Six Resort
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Main Responsibilities

• As a seasoned culinary professional, the Banquet Sous Chef will oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring seamless execution of events and exceptional guest experiences.
• Reporting to the Executive Banquet Chef, this role requires effective leadership and management skills to establish plans for long-term growth and profitability of the culinary division and the hotel.Key Areas of Focus
  • Team Management: Coordinate employee selection, training, development, and evaluation to ensure established cultural and core standards are met.
  • Food and Beverage Operations: Control labor and operating expenses through effective planning, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control, while focusing on creative cost control and revenue generation solutions.
  • Guest Experience: Maintain visibility in the operation, recognize and maintain relationships with regular guests, and cultivate relationships with new patrons through effective marketing and personal relationships.
  • Culinary Excellence: Work closely with the food and beverage leadership team to design creative banquet menus and amenity options, ensuring an exceptional product.Leadership and Innovation
    • Lead by example, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to innovation, while encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
    • Advocate for sound financial and business decision-making, and participate in menu tastings and special event planning to provide input on culinary options and presentation styles.Customer Service and Feedback
      • Provide and support service behaviors that exceed customer satisfaction and retention, improving service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs.
      • Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards, and expectations of the customers are met, and interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.Please visit for more information about Pier Sixty-Six Resort, part of CoralTree Hospitality.

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