Specialty Restaurant Chef

Marriott International • Tampa, FL

400d • $69,000 - $83,000

About The Position

The position is responsible for overseeing the quality, consistency, and production of the specialty restaurant kitchen at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. The role involves leading the kitchen staff, managing food-related functions, coordinating menus, purchasing, staffing, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and food standards. The individual will work to enhance guest and employee satisfaction while adhering to the operating budget and developing the kitchen team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years of experience in culinary or related field.
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major with 2 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a luxury hotel or restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the quality and production of the specialty restaurant kitchen.
• Exhibits culinary talents by performing tasks while leading the staff.
• Coordinates menus, purchasing, staffing, and food preparation for the restaurant.
• Works with the team to improve guest and employee satisfaction.
• Ensures sanitation and food standards are achieved.
• Develops and trains the kitchen team to improve results.
• Supervises kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with Food & Beverage policies.
• Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
• Plans and manages food quantities and plating requirements.
• Communicates production needs to key personnel.
• Assists in developing daily and seasonal menu items.
• Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products.
• Determines food presentation and creates decorative displays.
• Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and kitchen staff.
• Leads shift teams while preparing food items based on specifications.
• Encourages mutual trust and cooperation among team members.
• Sets and supports achievement of kitchen goals including performance and budget goals.
• Provides exceptional customer service and manages day-to-day operations.
• Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care benefits
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
• Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount
• Accrued paid time off
• Life insurance
• Group disability insurance
• Travel discounts
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition assistance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Wellness benefits
• Stock awards and deferred compensation plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED