Banquet Chef

About the role

The Banquet Chef will lead and inspire our kitchen curators in the creation of culinary masterpieces. They will be responsible for designing the menu, training curators, collaborating with events management, optimizing staff productivity, and stepping in to help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all food meets the highest quality standards and is served on time.
• Planning the menu and designing the plating presentation for each dish.
• Cooking and preparing all the menu items.
• Training staff to prepare and cook all the menu items.
• Stocktaking ingredients and equipment, and placing orders as needed.
• Enforcing best practices for safety and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Creating new recipes as needed to regularly update the menu.
• Keeping track of new trends in industry.
• Incorporating feedback from restaurant staff and patrons to make improvements or resolve issues.

Requirements

• 5+ years in a similar position
• In-depth knowledge of food principles and best practices
• Passion for creating incredible food that delights and attracts guests
• Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
• Creative, innovative thinking
• Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety
• Experience managing inventories and stocktaking
• Available to work on-call, shifts, after hours, over weekends, and on holidays
• Experience managing a team of curators in a high-volume environment
• Creative, with a passion for great food and excellent service

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field
• Valid Food Handlers Certification
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

Skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• People-first culture
• Health insurance
• Retail savings
• Growth opportunities
• Paid time off
• Festive environment
• Perks & discounts

Pay

$75,000 - $80,000

Schedule

On-call, shifts, after hours, over weekends, and on holidays