Restaurant Chef

Marcus Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Restaurant Chef to be part of our team as we expand our portfolio. Our newest addition, The Lofton Hotel, is a downtown Minneapolis, full-service, $15M revenue property that is the first hotel in the Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Minnesota. The Restaurant Chef will be responsible for training, supervising and actively supporting hot/cold food production ensuring high operational standards of quality and care are maintained in and around hotel outlets. 

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation, has a rich 60 year history of operational and service excellence. We are “People Pleasing People” who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S. based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style. 

What you will be doing: 

·       Responsible for and supervises daily line operation.

·       Prepares all food items for buffet, banquet and restaurant use according to standard recipes.

·       Visually inspects and samples all food for proper taste, color combination and overall presentation to maintain appeal.

·       Schedules appropriate number of staff according to daily outlet operational needs.

·       Supervises all assigned staff including training, counseling and discipline.

·       Ensures proper ordering, receiving and storage of all food items in refrigerators, freezers and dry food storage to maintain product freshness.

·       Establishes preparation of menus and participates in pricing policy

·       Performs daily duties and special projects.

·       Responsible for ordering of food for following days.

What we are looking for:

·       Minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory and management position in a similar size fine dining operation.

·       2-3 years as a chef de cuisine, and lead cook prior to management required.

·       Thorough knowledge of restaurant station food preparation.

·       Good working knowledge of accepted safety and sanitation standards.

·       Extensive experience with slicers, mixers, grinders, food processors, etc.

·       Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.

For each position, we require a stable work history verified by a background check, a positive attitude, a willingness to be a team player, and the ability to work weekends and holidays.

We will verify through E-Verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.