Banquet Chef at Davidson Hospitality Group in Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Description:

Property Description



The iconic Asher Adams, an Autograph Collection Hotel, is an adaptive reuse of the historic Union Pacific Depot. The proposed project includes a new 8-story, 212-key infrastructure, alongside an additional 13 keys in the renovated Depot, totaling 225 keys altogether. The full-service lifestyle luxury hotel will be a first of its kind in the Salt Lake City market. The irreplaceable nature of this generational asset earned it a designation from the Historic Landmark Commission, both for its cultural significance and striking appearance. The property is located across the street from Delta Center, home of the NBA's Utah Jazz and over 150 events scheduled annually at the 18,000-person arena.



Overview



Are you ready to elevate your career in hospitality? Join our team of pioneers at Asher Adams, where we are driving innovation in the world of hospitality and making history.


We are passionate about making a difference. Come be the difference! #davidsondifference.


We're excited to meet ambitious professionals like you at our "Talent Thursday" hiring event on August 22nd, 2024.


Here's what you need to know:

Essential First Step: Complete your online application before the event. This allows us to focus on getting to know you during the interview.

What to expect: On-site interviews with our leadership team, insights into our innovative approach and the opportunity to showcase your unique talents.

Event Details:

• Date - August 22nd, 2024


• Time - 2pm to 6pm


• Location - Our pre-opening space is at the Gateway, 15 South Rio Grande Street, Suite B, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101. Beside the Olympic Legacy Plaza Snowflake Fountain.

Accelerate your culinary career and join our team as a Banquet Chef! We are seeking a passionate and creative individual who will collaborate with our talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.


The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a keen attention to detail. As a Banquet Chef, you will communicates daily with the Banquet Executive Chef for an update regarding planning, staffing, and internal procedures, complete daily food requisitions and daily specials, and assist in the hiring, training, and coaching of the team. You will also play an integral role in menu development, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring that all dishes are prepared to perfection.


We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. If you have a passion for food and a drive for excellence, apply now!



Qualifications

• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred


• Minimum 2 years kitchen management experience required in both a la carte & banquet operations


• Minimum 5 years cooking experience


• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable


• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other Team Members


• Read, write and speak and understand English


• Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them


• Ability to work extended hours when business necessitates


• Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction

Benefits



Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.


In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Three Tiers of Medical Coverage


• Dental & Vision Coverage


• 24/7 Teledoc service


• Free Maintenance Medications


• Pet Insurance


• Hotel Discounts


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).


• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.


EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation


Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify. Apply Now