Banquet Chef

Key Responsibilities Banquet & Event Culinary Execution

• Execute all banquet, catering, and private event menus for hotel operations and restaurant events

• Oversee food preparation, timing, and plating for events of varying sizes and service styles

• Ensure menus are executed according to BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), event timelines, and client expectations

• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all events

• Collaborate with Events, Sales, and Operations teams to review BEOs, menus, and special requests

• Participate in event walk-throughs, tastings, and pre-event meetings as needed

• Communicate staffing needs, prep requirements, and equipment needs for each event

• Adapt to last-minute changes while maintaining quality and service standards

• Support restaurant-led events, buyouts, tastings, and holiday programming

• Assist with menu development and execution for seasonal and special events

• Coordinate with restaurant kitchen leadership to ensure smooth integration between daily service and events

• Lead, train, and supervise banquet cooks and event kitchen staff

• Delegate prep and service duties effectively for events

• Maintain a positive, organized, and professional kitchen environment

• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and health department standards at all times

• Assist with ordering, inventory management, and minimizing food waste for events

• Monitor food costs and portion control during event execution

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and hotel operating standards

• Proven experience as a Banquet Chef, Event Chef, or Senior Sous Chef in a hotel or high-volume event environment

• Strong knowledge of banquet service styles (plated, buffet, family-style, passed apps)

• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain)

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Lift up to 50 lbs

• Work in a fast-paced kitchen and event environment

• Hotel banquet kitchens

• Restaurant kitchens

• Indoor and outdoor event spaces