Located at JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America, this full-time management position requires an individual who exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading the banquet food preparation staff and managing all food-related catering functions. The individual will support coordinating menus, purchasing, scheduling, food preparation, and plating for catering events. They are responsible for delivering a consistent, high-quality product with an appetizing presentation while continually improving guest and employee satisfaction and maintaining the operating budget. Ensuring sanitation and food standards are achieved is a must.

The candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and 4 years of experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area. Alternatively, a 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or a related major, along with 2 years of experience, is acceptable.

Core Work Activities:

• Ensuring culinary standards and responsibilities are met.
• Supporting management of culinary teams.
• Maintaining culinary goals.
• Ensuring exceptional customer service.

The hourly pay range for this position is $28.37 to $34.13. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, and other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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• Comprehensive health care benefits.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount.
• Accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable).
• Life insurance and group disability insurance.
• Travel discounts and adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave and health savings account.
• Flexible spending accounts and tuition assistance.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits and other life and work wellness benefits.

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage food preparation and presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience in budget management and achieving culinary goals.