Job Details

River Oaks Country Club is looking for an PM Banquet Chef. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, this key position assists in leading the Banquet team in the production of all food needed for banquet functions/private parties. We are looking for leaders with a passion for excellence, articulate, confident and an eye for detail

Full-time | $64,000 Base | Excellent Employee Benefits | Employee Meals | Convenient location | Complimentary Onsite Parking |

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with food production for banquet functions including menu planning and personnel supervision and for holiday buffets, Sunday brunch and other special occasions including menu development, costing and execution
• Order all food for banquet functions, writing prep lists, upholding quality standards and adhering to timelines
• Assists in the hiring, training and on-going supervision of all employees involved with banquet food production
• Maintains and upholds professional standards of conduct and appearance
• Manages against established food cost budget
• Maintaining harmony in the kitchen and establishing positive relationships with the front of the house team
• Supervising the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef
• Oversees process of food product being covered, dated and properly rotated
• Ensures that all storage areas, walk ins and reach ins are neat and cleaned on a daily basis
• Responsible for keeping all commissary food areas stocked, ordered and organized in a professional manner
• Oversees closing procedures and ensures the kitchen is in good order at the completion of the shift

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in a full-service upscale dining establishment
• Student/Graduate of an accredited culinary program is preferred
• Experience running a shift without direct supervision
• 2 years' experience in a banquet operation preferred
• Thorough knowledge of the back of house operations
• Able to commute to our location with reliable transport

Personal Characteristics

• Comfortable to delegate both routine and important tasks to direct reports
• Able and willing to correct performance of direct reports
• Enjoys working hard and seizing opportunities as they present themselves
• A clear communicator; Able to establish clear direction for the team
• Able to prioritize effectively and concentrate on the most critical tasks

The Club and Our Benefits: We offer excellent benefits for full-time positions including Medical, Dental, Vision; 401(k) Matching & Safe Harbor Contributions; Group/Voluntary Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Short- and Long-Term Disability; Annual Christmas Bonus*; Employee Meals*; Complimentary Parking*; Employee Scholarship Program*. (*benefits available to all current employees)

Founded in 1923, River Oaks Country Club is considered among the nation's premier private clubs and is ranked number 56 of the Top 100 Golf and Country Clubs globally by Platinum Clubs of the World. Situated on 183 acres, the Club has a long-standing reputation of providing members, their families and guests with an exceptional club experience and unparalleled service.

River Oaks Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Oaks Country Club grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Disclaimer: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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