What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Banquet Chef position at Casa Cipriani New York?
POSITION PURPOSE :
We are seeking a hospitality focused and organized individual to join our team as a Executive Banquet Chef. The Executive Banquet Chef is responsible for overseeing all banquet kitchen operations, menu creation, food preparation, and execution of large-scale events. They will work closely with the Banquet Director, catering team, and kitchen staff to ensure seamless operations while maintaining high culinary standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES :
- Execute high-quality banquet menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative presentation.
- Ensure consistency, quality, and flavor in all dishes, maintaining a high culinary standard.
- Collaborate with clients and event planners to customize menus for weddings, corporate functions, and VIP events.
- Oversee all aspects of banquet food preparation, production, and plating.
- Ensure timely service and smooth execution of large-scale events and plated dinners.
- Monitor food costs, portion control, and inventory management to maintain profitability.
- Lead, train, and mentor banquet kitchen staff, ensuring a high-performance team.
- Schedule and coordinate kitchen staff for banquet events.
- Maintain a positive, professional work environment with strong communication and teamwork.
- Enforce health and safety regulations.
- Ensure all food is prepared and stored according to proper hygiene and safety protocols.
- Conduct regular kitchen inspections to uphold cleanliness and compliance.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION :
INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS
All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.
Cipriani is an equal opportunity employer.
