Executive Banquet Chef

2 days ago


Charleston, United States Williams Hospitality Search Full time

Executive Banquet Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary aspects of large-scale banquet events, including menu planning, food preparation, staff management, quality control, and cost management, ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation for a high volume of guests at events like weddings, conferences, and corporate functions within a hotel, restaurant, or catering facility; they typically report directly to the Executive Chef and manage a team of banquet cooks. 


Key responsibilities:

  • Menu Development:
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef and sales team to design customized banquet menus based on client needs, dietary restrictions, and budget constraints. 

  • Staff Management:
  • Supervise and train a team of banquet cooks, assigning tasks, ensuring proper food handling techniques, and maintaining high standards of sanitation. 

  • Production Oversight:
  • Manage the production of all banquet food items, ensuring timely execution and adherence to plating specifications for large-scale events. 

  • Cost Control:
  • Monitor food costs by managing inventory, optimizing portion sizes, and identifying cost-saving measures. 

  • Event Planning:
  • Collaborate with event planners to coordinate food service logistics for events, including staffing requirements, equipment needs, and timing of food delivery. 

  • Quality Assurance:
  • Conduct regular quality checks throughout the cooking process to maintain consistency and address any issues with food quality. 

  • Ingredient Sourcing:
  • Work with purchasing teams to source high-quality ingredients, ensuring freshness and availability. 

  • Health and Safety:
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and hygiene standards within the banquet kitchen. 

  • Staff Scheduling:
  • Create and manage staff schedules based on upcoming banquet events. 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Extensive culinary experience with a strong understanding of various cuisines and cooking techniques. 

  • Proven leadership skills to manage a large kitchen team effectively. 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to interact with clients, event planners, and kitchen staff. 

  • Strong organizational skills to handle multiple large-scale events simultaneously. 

  • Proficiency in menu planning, costing, and inventory management. 

  • Culinary degree or equivalent experience. 

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required by event schedules. 




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