Banquet Sous Chef

About the role

Step into a leadership role where culinary creativity, precision, and passion come together to deliver exceptional banquet experiences. As Banquet Sous Chef, you will play a key role in leading banquet culinary operations, executing elevated dining experiences, and inspiring a high-performing kitchen team. From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, your expertise will help create memorable moments for our guests through thoughtful menus, flawless execution, and exceptional hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Banquet Chef to develop and execute innovative banquet menus tailored to client preferences, dietary needs, and event themes.
• Lead the preparation, cooking, and presentation of banquet cuisine, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Oversee daily banquet kitchen operations, including team scheduling, prep execution, organization, and cleanliness of all workspaces.
• Supervise, mentor, and train culinary team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment and ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Coordinate closely with Banquets, Events, and Front of House teams to ensure seamless timing and execution of food service aligned with event timelines.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and kitchen efficiency during high-volume service periods.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with health, sanitation, and safety regulations while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Monitor inventory levels, food costs, and product usage, placing orders as needed to minimize waste and support operational excellence.
• Assist in creating a positive team culture by leading with professionalism, accountability, and a passion for culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a line cook
• Be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and the management team.
• Must be work clean, organized, delegate, strong work ethic, and sense of urgency.

Pay

The targeted compensation range for this full time year round, exempt position is $75,000-$78,000/year. The position offers a competitive compensation package presented by Auberge Collection.

Benefits

• Paid time off, sick and safe time
• Medical, Dental and Vision healthcare plans
• 401(k) plans with employer contribution
• Health and Flexible Spending Account programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company stay discounts

Benefits package may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.