BANQUET CHEF

Do you thrive in a fast-paced & exciting environment? Do you have a passion for bringing joy to others? Do you want to be part of a company that not only cares for and uplifts their team members but also the community around them? Then Saratoga Casino Hotel may be the place for you! We offer highly competitive benefits and wages, opportunities for career growth, all in a fun & unique working environment.About Us:As the premier entertainment destination for the Capital Region, Saratoga Casino Hotel consistently strives to fulfil one promise to all of our guests, "To create special experiences one guest at a time." If you would like to be part of the amazing team of people it takes to fulfil this special promise, Saratoga Casino Hotel welcomes you to apply!Your Role:Our successful Banquet Chef promotes outstanding relations with all guests and fellow Team Members by providing service in a friendly, swift, and responsible manner. They thrive in a team base environment where everyone consistently uplifts and supports each other through detail oriented work and regularly doing what it takes to ensure all necessary work completed.Keys to Success in this Role:High School diploma or equivalent. Culinary degree preferred.Eight (8) years culinary experience. Five (5) years of banquet food execution and management experience is required.Able to work flexible schedule based on the needs of the business. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.Oversee the planning, preparation, and execution of all banquet food operations; maintain full responsibility for banquet culinary performance.Supervise, hire, train, schedule, coach, evaluate, and administer progressive discipline for culinary staff in accordance with Human Resources policies.Collaborate with event planners to understand client preferences, dietary requirements, and event specifications.Ensure all food quality standards established by the Corporate Executive Chef are consistently met.Schedule all back-of-house staff according to business demands.Develop banquet menus, including recipe creation, specifications, portion control, costing, and presentation standards.Monitor purchasing and requisitioning of all food and non-food items.Establish and maintain kitchen par levels and inventory controls.Review and manage inventory and sales reports to ensure operational efficiency.Monitor and control payroll costs.Attend weekly Food & Beverage meetings.Resolve guest and client concerns related to banquet food.Maintain cleanliness and enforce food safety standards in compliance with local, state, and OSHA regulations.Promote outstanding customer relations.Able to lift and carry 50 lbs. frequently.Able to stand/walk for 6 to 8 hours.Why Saratoga Casino Hotel?Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision InsuranceVacation & Sick Time That Promote Work/Life BalanceCompany Paid Life Insurance401(k) with 4% MatchFree Employee Assistance ProgramRobust Employee Recognition Program$20.00 YMCA Memberships.Local and National Discount Programs Through EAP & Tickets@WorkSTASH Hotel Partner Program Offering $69 per Night Hotel Across North and South America.Unlimited growth potentialDelicious FREE Meals in Our Team Dining Facility