Pastry Sous Chef

Description

If you're eager to showcase your talents in a prestigious, full-service, AAA Four Diamond resort and make a meaningful impact, an extraordinary career opportunity awaits you. We are on the lookout for a passionate individual to join our team and help us continue delivering the unparalleled guest experience that sets us apart. As a Pastry Sous Chef at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, you will be responsible for overseeing and confirming the quality of all food leaving the kitchen.

Grand Geneva in Lake Geneva is a 1,300 acre, AAA Four Diamond resort and spa recognized as a Top Resort in the Midwest by Conde Nast Traveler. This award-winning, all-seasons destination features over 746 guest accommodations, the WELL Spa & Salon, two championship golf courses, fitness facilities, a ski hill and terrain park, and 9 unique food and beverage outlets. We are a longstanding symbol of home and family, rooted in tradition and eager to shape a brighter future together.

What you will be doing:

* Perform all functions of the Executive Chef in his/her absence.

* Assist in the interview, hire, train, supervise, schedule, and participate in activities of chefs, cooks, and other personnel involved in preparing, cooking, and presenting food in accordance with productivity standards, cost controls, and forecast needs.

* Assist in the continual evolution menu items for all outlets based on current trends and product availability. Interact directly with clients for necessary special event planning, budgeting, and desired event execution.

* Provide all materials/information necessary for line staff to succeed i.e. Menu Specifications, Recipes, Production Schedules

* Develop, grow and maintain vendor relationships.

* Ensure the maintenance sanitation and cleanliness standards of the kitchen

* Provide an employee schedule recognizing volume requirements for increased/decreased staffing levels/ensure that minimum staffing requirements are met

* Purchasing according to need based on volume

* Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

* Must demonstrate a skill set superior to that of all culinary employees

* Able to react positively to fast paced work environment and high pressure situations.

* Able to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members both in culinary and exterior departments of the hotel (specifically stewarding and service staffs).

* Able to create and lead in a team orientated environment.

* Ability to lift, push, or pull weights up to 100 pounds.

* Willing to accept verbal direction from the dining room, or exterior departments

* Able to maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor in all situations, especially those pertaining to client satisfaction.

* Must be able to work a varied schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, holidays and the ability to work under pressure.

* Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

What's in it for you?

* A free, well-balanced meal every shift

* Discounted gym membership

* Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts

* Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa

* Free parking

* "Two for one" movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres

* Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another

* Early wage access

* Paid time off

* Flexible scheduling

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer, and 401k with employer match

* And more!

About us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts 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.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an equal opportunity employer.