Banquet Chef

Inns of Aurora • Aurora, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Chef and Banquet Chef de Cuisine, the banquet chef is responsible for providing quality and consistent cuisine to the patrons of all events for the Inns of Aurora.

Requirements

• high quality food service experience
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Highly developed sense of aesthetic and creativity
• Possess a working knowledge of basic knife skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively under fast-paced working conditions
• Ability to maintain neat, professional and clean appearance and practices
• Flexibility with hourly schedules, including weekend, holiday and evening availabilities

Responsibilities

• Responsible for checking the closing duties at the end of the night
• Maintain quality levels as set by the executive chef and Banquet chef de cuisine, ensure they are adhered to especially in the absence of either chef.
• Prep food for service each day, including chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, etc.
• Prepare food items beginning with established recipes
• Maintaining equipment cleanliness and document (using eWorks) when things need to be fixed or reported.
• Complete Preplist
• Maintain and organize walk in cooler and freezer daily.
• Operate all kitchen equipment with efficiency and thoroughness understanding.
• Butcher and fabricate meat, fowl, and fish.
• Ensure compliance of all health code standards and safety requirements
• Check quality, presentation, and expiration of all foods.
• Work in team-oriented fashion in accordance with other line cooks and kitchen team
• Ensure all supplies are clean and placed back into proper storage area after use
• Clean stations, dispose of garbage, clean cooking surfaces, etc. during and after shifts
• Sweep and Mop workstations at close of shift.
• Stock stations with proper equipment and food items
• Assist with special events, as required.
• Attend all mandatory training and meetings.
• Assist with special menu planning.
• Other duties, as assigned
• Cross-train at other Inns of Aurora operations, as needed.
• Adhere to all Inns of Aurora disciplinary policies and code of conduct, as outlined in the Inns of Aurora handbook.

Benefits

• competitive medical, dental benefits, vision, life insurance, disability as well as generous paid time off packages.
• eligible to participate in our 401K program and supplementary benefits.
• highly competitive employee discount at all of our lodging and dining properties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed