What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Chef position at Santa Monica Proper?
Join the iconic Santa Monica Proper Hotel, where historic charm meets contemporary luxury in the heart of Santa Monica. As a seamless merger of historic retrofit and new construction, our 267-room boutique hotel showcases stunning interior design by international style icon Kelly Wearstler, tantalizing dining options by local culinary stars, and a show-stopping rooftop lounge and swimming pool. With 24,000 square feet of sophisticated meeting and event space, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests.
We are currently seeking a passionate hospitality professional to join our award-winning team as a Banquet Chef. This role combines culinary expertise with leadership skills to deliver exceptional dining experiences for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. If you have a dedication to excellence, we'd love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and execute all banquet food preparation and presentation for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions of 300 guests
- Create innovative and seasonally-inspired menus that align with our luxury standards
- Manage kitchen staff scheduling, training, and performance
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain highest standards of kitchen sanitation
- Collaborate with the Events team to customize menus and accommodate special dietary requirements
- Control food costs, inventory, and waste management
- Oversee proper equipment maintenance and kitchen operations
- Participate in menu tastings with potential clients
- Coordinate with other hotel departments to ensure seamless event execution
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of culinary experience in luxury hotels or high-volume catering operations
- Proven experience as a Banquet Chef or similar role
- Culinary degree from an accredited institution
- Strong knowledge of current food trends, international cuisines, and dietary restrictions
- ServSafe certification
- Excellence in classic and contemporary cooking techniques
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee dining program
- Hotel stay discounts
- 401(k) with company match
- Career growth opportunities within our organization
Company Overview
Proper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things and anything less just isn't proper. We are seeking out the best of the best from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging and fast-paced but rewarding above all.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.
Proper Hospitality will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.
