Banquet Chef - Regency at Dominion Valley

Regency at Dominion Valley•Haymarket, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Regency at Dominion Valley Country Club, our Banquet Chef knows the kitchen inside and out — comfortable stepping into any station and handling any task when the moment calls for it. You'll also be a key connection point between the kitchen and the wait staff, so strong leadership and clear communication are right at the heart of this role.

Requirements

Five to six years of related experience (or the equivalent).
Current knowledge of regional and national food and beverage trends.
Thorough command of food preparation techniques and styles.
Ability to supervise and motivate a team.
Solid working understanding of the duties and tasks your team performs.
Good judgment and ability to make timely, sound decisions.
Able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Passion, enthusiasm, focus, creativity, and a positive outlook.
Versatile and flexible, happy to work within constantly changing priorities.
Acute attention to detail.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
Communicate effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Applications.

Nice To Haves

Culinary school graduates are preferred.
Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Train and develop the team, helping every cook understand why consistency in preparation and presentation matters so much.
Keep a close eye on quality, portion control, and plate presentation so the standard holds up every single time.
Monitor and maintain line plating and quality throughout service.
Prepare a variety of cuisine using real skill and creativity.
Coordinate with the wait staff to make sure guest expectations are met — or better yet, exceeded.
Make sure all sanitation procedures are followed and that the kitchen stays in step with every health and safety regulation.
Work with precision — skillfully using the hand tools and machines the job requires, reading recipes, and measuring, cutting, and preparing ingredients carefully.
Establish procedures, build and coordinate banquets and schedules, and keep workflow moving smoothly.
Help hire, train, and motivate the kitchen staff.
Make sure all the necessary reports and forms are completed daily.
Stay on top of industry trends — bringing that knowledge back into the kitchen so we're always current.
Take on other related duties as assigned by management.