Assistant Executive Banquet Chef at Gecko Hospitality (Corporate) Verona, NY Job at Gecko Hospitality (Corporate), Verona Beach, NY

R21vTHdLYlV4alFnWkJRbGRjVG1GenlWeFE9PQ==
  • Gecko Hospitality (Corporate)
  • Verona Beach, NY

Job Description

Overview Assistant Executive Banquet Chef job at Gecko Hospitality (Corporate). Verona, NY. We are seeking an Assistant Executive Banquet Chef for New York’s most awarded four-season resort destination. The Director of Banquets will be responsible for providing leadership, training, support, and actively managing all levels of the banquet staff within the casino’s 125K sq. ft. of event and meeting space. Qualified candidates will possess the skills needed to facilitate up to 150 events a month, ranging from small meetings to conventions to fundraising galas to weddings. Our Assistant Executive Banquet Chef will play a critical role in shaping the culinary culture of our banquet and catering operations. Our Assistant Executive Banquet Chef oversees all aspects of banquet kitchen operations at a high-volume, full-service luxury resort casino. This individual will work closely with the Executive Banquet Chef to ensure exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation for all banquet culinary offerings, from small corporate meetings to large-scale events. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and culinary skills, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities Supervise, train, and mentor banquet kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Assist in planning, organizing, and executing all banquet and catering events, ensuring timeliness and efficiency. Collaborate with the Executive Banquet Chef to develop creative, seasonally inspired menus while adhering to budgetary guidelines. Monitor food preparation, quality, and presentation to ensure compliance with luxury standards. Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation regulations, including proper handling and storage of food. Oversee inventory management, including ordering and maintaining appropriate levels of supplies and ingredients. Work closely with other departments, including Event Planning and Food & Beverage, to ensure seamless event execution. Address and resolve any kitchen-related issues during banquet service in a professional and timely manner. Assist in maintaining cost control initiatives, including labor, food, and operational costs, without compromising quality. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of culinary experience in a high-volume banquet environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Formal culinary training from an accredited institution is preferred. Strong knowledge of diverse cuisines, cooking techniques, and banquet operations. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously. Proven ability to lead and inspire a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with staff and management. Proficient in kitchen equipment and technology, as well as familiarity with inventory and cost management systems. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Benefits Competitive Base Salary and Bonus Program Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Group Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with matching Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Holiday Pay Employee Discounts / Additional Benefits Relocation #J-18808-Ljbffr Gecko Hospitality (Corporate)

Job Tags

Temporary work, Relocation, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

Similar Jobs

CEDARS-SINAI

LVN II - Reproductive Medicine Center - 8-Hour - Full Time - Days Job at CEDARS-SINAI

 ...maintenance of employee files, updates training binders, submits agenda items for staff...  ...pregnancy, coordinating medications, performing phlebotomy, chaperoning physicians during...  ...Medicine Center - 8-Hour - Full Time - Days Department : Reproductive Medicine Center... 

City of Costa Mesa, CA

Crime Scene Investigator Job at City of Costa Mesa, CA

 ...court as necessary regarding findings. Assist Crime Scene Investigation Supervisor in the processing of evidence and photography....  ...23 Have you had three (3) or more at fault traffic accidents in the last three (3) years? Yes No 24... 

Total Quality Assurance International LLC

Warehouse Packer Job at Total Quality Assurance International LLC

 ...Our fast-paced, physical roles take place in picking, sorting, packing and shipping orders. Packers are responsible for analyzing order...  ...to strict safety, quality, and fulfillment product standards Work on small teams that support each other Keep work area and... 

Leidos

Information Technology Engineer Job at Leidos

 ...IT best practices, security awareness, and tool usage. Implement system and application monitoring (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk). Analyze incidents and outages, performing root cause analysis and remediation. Identify and automate repetitive tasks to improve... 

Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughter

X-Ray Technologist Job at Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughter

 ...of the major divisions of the skeletal system and major organs; and knowledge of the physical concept of energy and the property of X-rays and electric circuits to perform diagnostic procedures and to assist as a member of a medical team in radiologic examinations....