Restaurant Chef

The Marcus Corporation • Minneapolis, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lofton Hotel, a Tapestry Collection property in Minneapolis, is seeking a passionate Restaurant Chef to lead its culinary team. This role involves crafting exceptional dishes, managing food quality and costs, and overseeing kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, offering an upscale experience with modern luxury and Midwestern charm, and is connected via the Minneapolis Skyway, providing easy access to major attractions.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory and management position in a similar size dining operation.
• 2-3 years as a chef de cuisine, and lead cook prior to management required.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant station food preparation and equipment (slicers, mixers, grinders, etc.).
• Familiarity with industry standards for hygiene and workplace safety.
• Basic math skills for recipes, measurements, and portioning; ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to lift overhead, stand for entire shifts, and bend with minimal limitations.
• Must obtain required certifications; strong hand dexterity, coordination, and sensory perception (smell, taste, touch).

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma preferred; culinary or apprenticeship program a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for and supervises daily line operation.
• Prepares all food items for buffet, banquet and restaurant use according to standard recipes.
• Visually inspects and samples all food for proper taste, color combination and overall presentation to maintain appeal.
• Schedules appropriate number of staff according to daily outlet operational needs.
• Supervises all assigned staff including training, counseling and discipline.
• Ensures proper ordering, receiving and storage of all food items in refrigerators, freezers and dry food storage to maintain product freshness.
• Establishes preparation of menus and participates in pricing policy.
• Responsible for ordering of food for following days.

Benefits

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton-branded properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Discounted parking
• “Two for one” movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program offer
• 401k with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED