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Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is a premier hospitality establishment located in Nashville, Tennessee. As part of the prestigious Marriott International portfolio, Gaylord Hotels are renowned for their vast meeting spaces, exceptional guest experiences, and unparalleled service quality. This full-service resort destination combines the luxury and amenities of a high-end hotel with the dynamic offerings of a convention center, making it a sought-after venue for both leisure and business travelers. With its commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, Gaylord Hotels emphasize the importance of creativity, entrepreneurship, and heartfelt service among their team members, known as STARs. Employees at Gaylord benefit from a supportive environment that values their unique backgrounds, talents, and experiences, providing ample opportunities for professional growth within a global hospitality leader. The resort offers competitive salaries and a robust benefits package designed to support its associates holistically. The Kitchen Utility Manager at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is a critical management role responsible for overseeing the daily kitchen utility operations and the staff associated with these functions. This includes managing dish room operations, nightly cleaning and maintenance of the back dock, banquet plating, and food running tasks. The role involves supervising non-cooking kitchen employees such as dishwashers and kitchen helpers to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen processes. The manager is tasked with maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, sanitation, and equipment functionality in compliance with all applicable laws and internal policies. Having an eye for operational efficiency and budget adherence, the Kitchen Utility Manager works to optimize resources and inventory, including food, equipment, smallware, and liquor. Leadership skills are essential, as this position requires coaching, influencing, and encouraging team members to meet and exceed performance goals. The manager also plays a vital role in fostering a positive work environment that promotes trust, respect, cooperation, and open communication among employees. The salary range for this position is between $62,000 to $84,000 annually, with eligibility for bonuses and access to an extensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and more. This role offers an opportunity to join a globally recognized hospitality brand where dedication to exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction is paramount. The Kitchen Utility Manager will also be actively involved in human resources activities such as recruitment, training, performance management, and disciplinary processes, reinforcing company standards and enhancing team performance. This position requires not only operational expertise but also a strong commitment to Marriott International's values of inclusion, integrity, and excellence in service.

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 4 years experience in procurement, food and beverage, culinary or related area or 2-year degree in related field with minimum 2 years experience
• Ability to manage kitchen utility operations and staff
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety standards
• Experience with inventory control and loss prevention
• Capability to recruit, train, and supervise employees
• Ability to maintain compliance with company policies and applicable laws
• Capability to handle employee performance and disciplinary procedures
• Ability to ensure customer satisfaction and service quality
• Must work full time at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
• Eligible for bonus participation