Banquet Chef

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Our property is a vibrant hub of culture, style and energy and includes our newly transformed restaurant which embodies iconic luxury boldly reimagined to capture the essence of Chicago through inspired food, drink, art and music. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is honored to be ranked as one of Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Top 50 Hotels in the World. We offer 345 elegant guest rooms and suites: and a luxury spa. We are located steps away from the famed Magnificent Mile, glamorous North Michigan Avenue shopping and minutes from the city’s business and financial center. Adorn Restaurant features globally inspired cuisine starring the bounty of the Midwest. Adorn Bar showcases craft cocktails and a wine list that sparks conversation, all with a lively, convivial vibe beckoning to be discovered.

About the role

The Four Seasons Chicago is looking for a talented Banquet Chef! The Banquet Chef ­­­­­­­is an essential member of Food & Beverage leadership team which is dedicated to providing exceptional quality and service to our guests and employees.

What you will do

• Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees in the Banquet Kitchen's production area to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met
• Dedicated to preparing specialized innovative cuisine per guest orders in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.
• Oversee daily activities and operational planning
• Assist in the planning and development of menus for the hotel
• Ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration
• Check and coordinate details of each banquet function according to banquet event order
• Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control

What you will bring

• Two to three years previous Culinary experience as an Assistant Manager, preferably in a production kitchen of Luxury hotel/resort
• Eight to ten years experience in cooking and supervision.
• ServeSafe Certification. 
• Proficient knife skills. 
• Serve-Safe allergen training.  
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• High school graduate and an apprenticeship, cooking school or culinary institute education.
• Second language preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, training, motivation and communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and a strong work ethic
• Ability to multitask and prioritize is also essential for this position
• Team player, comfortable with electronic systems and willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote team work.

What we offer

• Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000
• Energizing Employee Culture where you are encouraged to be your true self!
• Comprehensive learning and development programs to help you master your craft.
• Competitive wages and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Plan) as well as Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan including Employer Matching Program
• Inclusive and diverse employee engagement & recognition events all year-round.
• Exclusive discount and travel programs with Four Seasons
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms & Employee Meals
• And so much more!

Schedule & Hours

• Full Time
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

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Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of our award winning team, while developing your career with the world’s leading luxury hotel company!    We look forward to receiving your application!

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