Banquet Sou Chef

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

At the La Quinta Resort and Club we pride ourselves on being the best employer in the area. What sets us apart? Our culture, full benefit plans, including 401k with a company match and our lucrative bonus programs, to name a few. We are looking for talented people who have a genuine passion for service. Our Core Values involve personal development, people, and a desire for wanting them to succeed. We believe each member of our team has a key part to play in our delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. We want a Resort that people want to come to, not through. Find out today what a career with Pyramid Hotel Group at the La Quinta Resort and Club can mean for you! 

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are seeking a passionate and versatile culinary leader to join our team as Banquet Sou Chef. This hands-on position requires extensive experience in a high-volume professional kitchen, along with a culinary arts degree or active pursuit of an advanced culinary qualification.

The ideal candidate is creative, motivated, and committed to culinary excellence. They will have experience developing seasonal menus that complement the restaurant’s concept, demonstrate professionalism when interacting with guests and colleagues, and take pride in mentoring culinary team members in support of their personal and professional growth.

The Banquet Sou Chef supports multiple areas of the kitchen and assists with the planning and execution of daily food production, preparation, and presentation throughout the hotel. This individual ensures that all culinary operations are performed safely and efficiently, comply with sanitation standards and applicable regulations, and consistently deliver high-quality products while supporting the hotel’s financial objectives.

If you are passionate about the culinary arts and eager to strengthen your skills, develop others, and build a rewarding culinary career, we invite you to join our team.

Your Role

• Perform a variety of functions throughout the culinary department as operational needs require, including supporting cooking and stewarding responsibilities.
• Support daily food production, preparation, and service across multiple kitchen areas.
• Apply a broad range of cooking techniques, including grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and other methods.
• Demonstrate safe and proficient use of knives, kitchen tools, and commercial cooking equipment.
• Read, follow, and accurately execute standardized recipes and presentation specifications.
• Maintain consistency in flavor, portion size, quality, temperature, and presentation.
• Set up and maintain organized workstations with the ingredients, tools, and equipment required for service.
• Prepare ingredients for production, including washing, chopping, peeling, portioning, and fabricating vegetables, meats, and other products.
• Inspect ingredients for quality and freshness and promptly report any concerns.
• Minimize food waste through proper portioning, product rotation, storage, and cross-utilization of ingredients.
• Ensure food and supplies are labeled, dated, rotated, and stored according to food-safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, safe, and orderly kitchen environment throughout each shift.
• Follow all food-safety, sanitation, workplace-safety, and hotel operating standards.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of food allergens and respond to allergy-related requests with accuracy and urgency.
• Partner with the culinary team to ensure daily preparation sheets are accurate, current, and consistently used.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with guests, leaders, and fellow team members.
• Assist with coaching and developing culinary team members through hands-on instruction and constructive feedback.
• Remain flexible and support multiple outlets, stations, or production areas based on business demands.
• Contribute to a collaborative kitchen culture focused on creativity, accountability, and culinary excellence.

What are we looking for?

• 2-3 years experience working in a professional kitchen environment
• Active Food handler’s certification or the ability to get it 
• Must be willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
• Requires strong organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds
• At least 21 years of age
• Have a desire to exceed expectations
• An energetic personality

Compensation:

$26.00

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$26.00

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.