Task Force - Hotel Banquet Pastry Sous Chef

@ Strategic Solution Partners

Overview

Join Strategic Solution Partners (SSP) as a Task Force Consultant in the role of Task Force - Hotel Banquet Pastry Sous Chef. This is a 100% travel, on-site assignment to provide temporary management support during hotel management vacancies, including hotel openings, management transitions, and property re-positioning.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, energetic and respectful work environment.
• Provide temporary management support to avoid departmental disruptions.
• Offer hands-on leadership for culinary operations including banquet and back-of-house.
• Manage schedules, payroll, labor, food costs and vendor ordering.
• Oversee meal periods ensuring consistency and adherence to standards.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with culinary leaders and seasonal associates.
• Support Dir. of F&B for special menus and work closely with the Sales Team.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and health department regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of high-volume food production or catering experience.
• Experience reading Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and costing menus.
• Recent successful hotel experience with a minimum of 5 years in similar roles.
• Ability to travel 100% of the time and adapt quickly in dynamic environments.
• Strong management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Eligibility to work in the US.

Benefits

Paid travel expenses, room and board details discussed during the interview process.

Key Skills/Competency

• Culinary
• Banquet
• Pastry
• Sous Chef
• Management
• Travel
• Adaptability
• Teamwork
• Organization
• Communication