Banquet Chef

Harper Associates

$85K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of leadership experience in high-volume culinary operations such as Banquet Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Sous Chef.
  • Preferred background in convention hotels, resorts, casinos, country clubs, or large banquet operations.
  • Exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
  • Proven capacity to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Passionate about culinary development and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations of the banquet kitchen.
  • Execute high-volume services for plated meals, buffets, receptions, and special events.
  • Supervise, mentor, and inspire the banquet culinary team.
  • Ensure adherence to food quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
  • Assist in production planning, menu execution, and event preparations.
  • Manage scheduling and food production timelines across concurrent events.
  • Uphold food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.
  • Control food cost, waste, labor, and inventory effectively.
  • Collaborate with Banquet Operations and Catering teams to ensure successful event delivery.

Benefits

  • Excellent Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
  • 401(k) with Company Match.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a well-established hospitality organization.
Full Job Description
Banquet Chef | Convention Hotel | Up to $85,000 + Outstanding Benefits

Lead Large-Scale Banquet Operations at One of Michigan's Premier Convention Hotels

A leading full-service convention hotel is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to help lead a high-volume banquet culinary operation serving conventions, corporate meetings, weddings, galas, and special events.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef who enjoys the excitement of large-scale production while maintaining exceptional food quality, organization, and execution. You'll work alongside an experienced culinary leadership team to deliver memorable dining experiences for events ranging from intimate gatherings to functions serving thousands of guests.

Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day banquet kitchen operations
  • Execute high-volume plated meals, buffets, receptions, and special events
  • Supervise, train, and motivate banquet cooks and culinary team members
  • Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation meet hotel standards
  • Assist with menu execution, production planning, and event preparation
  • Manage food production timelines for multiple simultaneous events
  • Maintain food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
  • Help control food cost, waste, labor, and inventory
  • Collaborate with Banquet Operations and Catering teams to ensure flawless event execution

Qualifications
  • 3-5+ years of Banquet Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef, or high-volume hotel culinary leadership experience
  • Experience in a convention hotel, resort, casino, country club, or large banquet operation preferred
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Passion for developing culinary talent and delivering exceptional guest experiences

Compensation & Benefits
  • Annual compensation up to $85,000
  • Excellent Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Career growth with an established hospitality organization

If you're an organized, hands-on culinary leader who enjoys executing exceptional banquet events on a large scale, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or email your resume in confidence to [email protected].

Kevin Swanquist

Executive Recruiter

Harper Associates

[email protected]

www.harperjobs.com

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