Executive Banquet Chef

Mandarin Oriental, Boston is looking for an Executive Banquet Chef to join
our Food & Beverage team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive
in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while
acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become
a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning
owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences
located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development
pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most
sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian
heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury
experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, Boston is situated in the heart
of the Back Bay overlooking Boylston Street.

Our luxurious 138 guest rooms and 12 suites set the standard for spaciousness,
combining classic Bostonian residential elegance with refined hints of our
Oriental heritage. Our spa introduces Boston to world-acclaimed and unique
Mandarin Oriental therapies.

About the job

Based
at the Mandarin Oriental, Boston within the Food & Beverage department
in Boston, Massachusetts, the Executive Banquet Chef will take full
responsibility for the Banquets and Culinary operation of the hotel. He/she
will oversee the overall organization, ensuring the implementation
and consistency of the standards of service and execution of policies
and procedures.

The Executive Banquet Chef reports to the Director
of Food & Beverage.

As Executive Banquet Chef, you
will be responsible for the following duties:

• Lead the banquet
  kitchen team
• Coordinate all Banquet Events
• Create innovative
  menus
• Partner with hotel restaurant, Ramsay's Kitchen, on all functions
  and guest satisfaction
• Partner with the Sales, Marketing, and Catering
  Teams on all hotel functions
• Plan all food requisitions in a timely
  manner; ensure proper inventory and food cost are maintained
• Elevate
  and mentor culinary colleagues; model Mandarin Oriental culture and values


• Own and elevate the amenity program; innovate and create engaging guest
  offerings
• Ensure compliance with all health codes
  and certifications
• Adhere to Safe and Sound safety policies
  and procedures at all times
• Attend daily BEO meeting and weekly Resume
  meeting
• Guide the team to achieve 100% guest satisfaction

Financial Responsibilities

• Manage food and labor costs per
  departmental budgets
• Prepare weekly schedules

Human
Resources responsibilities

• Communicate effectively
• Utilize
  the Colleague Handbook to support communication of policies and procedures


• Maintain Forbes Five Star, LQE, LQA and FLHSS standards
• Organize
  daily colleague communication meeting

As Executive
Banquet Chef, we expect from you:

• Minimum of 3 years
  of experience in a similar role; experience in luxury hospitality is strongly
  preferred.
• Proven experience leading a team.
• Effective
  management, leadership, organizational, and communication skills.


• Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language.


• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods of the shift; ability
  to frequently push, pull, and lift carts or items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Desirable:

• Culinary
  degree

Compensation:

The salary range for
this position is $95,000-105,000 annually.

Our commitment to
you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success.
  We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your
  career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay.
  
  When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off.
  As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world.
  The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive
  rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness.
  Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us.
  
  A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our
  colleagues, globally.
• Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to
  us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length
  of your service and your role.

Local Benefits

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Complimentary
  dry-cleaning services
• Meals served while on duty
• Discounted
  colleague parking available

Equal Employer Opportunity
Statement

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all colleagues and applicants for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability
or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group complies
with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment
in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies
to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves
of absence, compensation and training.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color,
religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national
origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper
interference with the ability of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s colleagues
to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including
discharge.

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