What are the responsibilities and job description for the F&B Banquets Chef position at Palisades Tahoe?
Year Round
About Palisades Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe is the largest ski resort in the Lake Tahoe region, boasting 6,000 skiable acres across eight peaks. The more than 70-year-old resort celebrates a rich history as the host of the 1960 Winter Olympics, the Spring Skiing Capital, and home mountain to dozens of Olympic and World Cup athletes across multiple snow sports. With an average annual snowfall of 400 inches, Palisades Tahoe frequently operates the longest ski and snowboard season in Lake Tahoe. The European-inspired Village at Palisades Tahoe offers year-round events and over 50 bars, restaurants, and boutiques, many of which are locally owned and operated. Palisades Tahoe is on the Ikon Pass, which offers access to 47 international ski destinations. In 2021 the resort changed its name, trading in a harmful slur for a name that better reflects its values and legacy. Visit the Palisades Tahoe website or call 1.800.403.0206 to learn more. You can also visit us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Vimeo.
A Great Job and Benefits to Match:
Free skiing riding privileges to 14 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
401(k) plan with generous company match
Free lift tickets, plus 50% off lift tickets
25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades Tahoe
30% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Oakley and more
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
The Banquet Chef is responsible for all aspects of the year round Banquets culinary operation for our internal and external guests. This position will oversee all annual and custom menu development along with the Resort Executive Chef, recipe development, portion control, plate standards and cost development of all items served. The Banquet Chef will oversee the hiring, scheduling, development and training of all culinary employees. This position will be wholly responsible for the facilities cleanliness and sanitation standards, and of any venues the chef and banquet team uses. The Banquet Chef will be responsible for all financial aspects of the Olympic House budget. During down times, the Banquet Chef may be asked to assist other venues.
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About Palisades Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe is the largest ski resort in the Lake Tahoe region, boasting 6,000 skiable acres across eight peaks. The more than 70-year-old resort celebrates a rich history as the host of the 1960 Winter Olympics, the Spring Skiing Capital, and home mountain to dozens of Olympic and World Cup athletes across multiple snow sports. With an average annual snowfall of 400 inches, Palisades Tahoe frequently operates the longest ski and snowboard season in Lake Tahoe. The European-inspired Village at Palisades Tahoe offers year-round events and over 50 bars, restaurants, and boutiques, many of which are locally owned and operated. Palisades Tahoe is on the Ikon Pass, which offers access to 47 international ski destinations. In 2021 the resort changed its name, trading in a harmful slur for a name that better reflects its values and legacy. Visit the Palisades Tahoe website or call 1.800.403.0206 to learn more. You can also visit us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Vimeo.
A Great Job and Benefits to Match:
- Free skiing riding privileges to 14 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
- Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) policy for eligible employees.
- Health benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term & long-term disability insurance, HSAs/FSAs and more
- 401(k) plan with generous company match
- Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
- 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades Tahoe
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Applicants must be 21 years of age.
Essential Job Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks include the following; other duties may be assigned:
1. List 1-10 essential responsibilities
Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
1. Arrives on time, clean, in proper uniform including non-slip shoes. Is the model for all grooming standards.
2. Consistently exhibits a positive, upbeat attitude and acts and communicates in a professional manner with internal and external guests, other departments and staff.
3. Ensures compliance with all safety trainings, procedures and SOPs while proactively identifying and addressing any areas of concern. Maintains current log of safety SOP sign offs and CA food handlers cards for all staff.
4. Enforces 100% adherence to all sanitation standards outlined by the company, state and federal policies and laws.
5. Oversees all food ordering, receiving, rotation and storage. Maintains storage facilities and receives food in a manner consistent with company, state and federal policies and laws, including but not limited to, random temperature checks, FIFO rotation, labeling, dating and waste tracking.
6. Ensures that daily prep and production lists are completed and that all culinary operations and events are adequately prepped and prepared for service.
7. Monitors all food preparation, portioning and plate appearance at all venues and events.
8. Schedules staff to budgeted percentage, manages California Meal Break laws and overtime to department standards by working with the Olympic House General Manager.
9. Responsible for all hiring, scheduling, training, development and discipline of all Banquets culinary staff.
10. Maintains food cost at or below budget through constant portion control and plate review.
11. Works with Executive Chef on new menu ideas, concepts and cost outs.
12. Out front and aware of industry trends and flexible to change.
13. Embraces and leads all efforts in composting, recycling and “green” department policies and goals.
14. Acts with integrity at all times in sensitive and confidential matters.
15. Completes Allergen trainings, trains staff on allergen accommodation through menu ingredient training, safe food handling practices and professional and caring guest interaction.
16. Executes monthly Sanitation Audits and follows up on any actionable items.
17. Ensures all staff are promoting a professional work environment by upholding proper grooming and uniform standards, following all food safety and HACCP guidelines, displaying a positive, professional attitude and language in all situations, being prepared by anticipating business levels, and keeping a clean, safe work area.
18. Follows through on all disciplinary actions with proper documentation, training and guidance in a positive, professional manner.
19. Will take part in & perform all inventories to ensure that all products are accurately counted and recorded.
20. Immediately follows up with any equipment malfunctions or breakage to resolve the issue ASAP.
21. Strives to improve Employee Engagement scores by developing actionable plans to improve upon deficient areas.
22. Meets or beats Guest Service score targets and responds to feedback in a timely and professional manner.
23. Schedules and executes 1:1 meetings biweekly with all Banquets Sous Chefs and Culinary Interns.
24. Attends all weekly department BEO meetings.
25. Attend weekly Chef Meetings.
26. Attend all 1:1 meetings with General Manger and Executive Chef.
Job Requirements:
1. Five years minimum in a Chef or Kitchen Manager role, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Current Serv Safe Managers certification
3. Ability to lift heavy objects (50# ), walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor in inclement weather conditions.
4. Flexible working hours, including holidays and weekends.
5. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization.
6. Ability to have fun while maintaining composure under pressure/high volume and while solve customer problems or issues.
7. Excellent organization and strong attention to detail.
8. High level ability to organize, proactively prioritize needs, multi task and manage resources and time.
9. Ability to communicate with employees, guests, and customers to provide excellent service.
10. Applicants must be 21 years of age.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, smell, taste, and ski. Must be capable of walking or standing 80% or more of a normal 8 hour work shift. Must be capable of frequently carrying, lifting. pushing or pulling up to 25lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions:
Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions.
Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually loud. The employee will have occasional exposure to fumes, odors, and gases. Occasional exposure to dusts, mists and poor ventilation. Constant exposure to potential mechanical, electrical, burns and radiant energy hazards. Occasional exposure to toxic, caustic chemical hazards.
Equipment Used in Job: Commercial kitchen equipment, cleaning agents, general kitchen supplies.
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC’s salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.
Base salary range: $64,480.00 - $89,463.31 per year
Salary : $64,480 - $89,463