Banquet Chef

The iconic Hamilton Restaurant located near the White House currently seeks a Banquet Chef for our culinary team. This position is ideal for a seasoned banquet or sous chef that is looking for a new opportunity in a high-volume, creatively dynamic restaurant with a busy banquet operation. This position will report to the Executive Chef.

The Hamilton is designed to welcome any crowd or party and host events of 600 seated and 1000 cocktail guests. With Hamilton Live, our live entertainment venue, The Loft, a private room with wood paneling and ceiling, and The Arboretum, a light and airy private space, with expansive windows and high ceilings, the possibilities are unlimited.

You dont have to give up creativity for stability! Clydes Restaurant Group (CRG) has both. Enjoy the passion of restaurant level creative menu ideation and decision making while also enjoying the pay, benefits, and work-life balance of a large successful organization. Regardless of concept, no two of our restaurants have the same menu. Come be a restaurateur or Chef, not a checklist manager or Kitchen Manager.

BENEFITS - WHY JOIN THE CLYDES TEAM:

• Pension Plan 100% company funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years
• 401k with a generous match full vesting immediately
• Achievable and generous quarterly bonus plans
• Flexible schedule with 5 day work week
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and advancement
• Half price for off-duty dining with 1 guest at all our restaurants. (100% complimentary for General Managers and Executive Chefs for up to 3 guests)
• Complimentary Shift Dining
• Parking Benefits
• Best in class Health plan with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Accident Insurance, Long Term Disability, Telemedicine, Wellness Coach, and reduced rates on acupuncture, massage therapy, fitness memberships, and more
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
• Paid Medical/Family Leave up to 8 weeks based on jurisdiction
• Jury Leave, Time Off to Vote, and School Activities Leave for DC restaurants only
• Charity Donation Matching Program of up to $4,000 per calendar year
• Assistance Fund for employees in need
• Best-in-class classroom & on-premises training program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Flu Shots
• Discounts from other Graham Holdings companies, including auto, education, retail, art and more.

QUALIFICATIONS: What we look for in a Banquet Chef

• 2-3 years experience as a Banquet Chef preferably in a high-volume event venue or restaurant.
• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven
• Desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Think and act creatively to provide guests with exceptional service and value
• Conceptual understanding of American food and the culinary ability to deliver American food through menu, food preparation and production
• Disciplined and firm about standards of performance, yet fair and personable in developing employees

RESPONSIBILITIES: What you will be doing as a Banquet Chef

• Works closely with the kitchen and events teams to execute the event strategy and focus on meeting and exceeding goals
• Reviews Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) on a daily basis and makes note of any changes
• Briefs the kitchen management about the current and upcoming events
• Establishes banquet day priorities and assigns production and preparation tasks
• Reviews banquet / event sales and food costs to ensure budget goals are met
• Work with Executive Chef and Corporate Executive Chef on menu development to ensure product quality and food cost management
• Actively monitor food execution to ensure adherence to recipe and proper preparation and plating technique
• Ensure consistent adherence to companys quality standards, operating systems/procedures, and sanitation and safety regulations/ requirements
• Assists in monthly inventories as necessary
• Fulfill other kitchen management responsibilities as necessary

ABOUT US

WHERE YOU START IS ONLY THE BEGINNING... Clyde's Restaurant Group (CRG) remains one of the most successful and enduring restaurant companies in the nation with a rich history and 11 iconic properties in the greater Washington, DC region that includes the Clyde's brand, 1789 Restaurant, The Tombs, Fitzgeralds, Old Ebbitt Grill, and The Hamilton. Through acquisitions and concept development, we expect to double our company size over the next five years. Come grow with us.

Clydes Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an unwavering commitment to treating everyone with courtesy, dignity, and respect, and fostering inclusivity and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any special accommodations in order to apply or participate fully in the application process, contact us at employment@clydes.com.