Chef de Cuisine

A historic feel mixed with modern amenities awaits you at The Westin Great Southern Hotel in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Ideally situated near the German Village in a historic red brick building, our hotel offers our guests a relaxing getaway in the heart of downtown.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do! We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard
to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are looking for our next great team member to join our management team and assist in the operations of the Culinary Department. We are committed to providing you with:

• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family
  members.
• Discounts at Marriott brand properties Worldwide.

In this role, you will be assisting the Executive Chef in overseeing the day-to-day operations in the Culinary Department.

Here is what you will be doing each day:

• Creative and innovative culinary skill while meeting property financial goals
• Manage and supervise daily kitchen operations for the restaurant
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to brand standards and recipes.
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation of all menu items.
• Strong inventory and cost control with an understanding of finding solutions

Does this sound like you?

• 3-5 years of experience in a leadership role within a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant kitchen.
• Understanding of food cost control, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Communicates goals and expectations and inspires associates to achieve goals and advance careers
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Demonstrate ability to lead by example
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Our differences are what make us great:

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That's why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.