Banquet Chef

The Tavern Collective; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tavern Collective in Sheffield is seeking a proactive leader to oversee banquet operations and lead a team across events and hospitality services. You will ensure facilities are prepared, manage client accounts, and deliver exceptional guest experiences during high-profile events.

Join a dynamic team focused on growth, development, and delivering memorable dining experiences. Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, inventory, and seamless event execution while coaching staff to

Qualifications

• 1 year+ experience of banquet event planning and execution.
• 1 year+ experience in a restaurant management role responsible for a team of 5 or more.
• Sales experience is an asset.
• Highly organized.
• Enthusiastic and well-rounded.
• Excel at customer service by ensuring each guest and team member feels special.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with availability 7 days a week from 5am 2am.
• Impromptu problem-solving skills while maintaining a positive demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the banquet operation in support (and in absence) of the Banquet Manager.
• Ensure facilities are maintained before, during and after service.
• Manage sales, clients, and accounts.
• Deliver exceptional guest service by greeting event facilitators, responding to phone and email inquiries, and ensuring guests receive VIP treatment.
• Implement seamless event execution including event set up and tear down.
• Provide timely feedback and coaching to staff.
• Raise employee morale through exciting contests and events.
• Ensure quality control of all banquet aspects including food equipment, and facilities.
• Organize staff schedules.
• Conduct monthly inventory.
• Organize and place pre-orders for upcoming events.

Skills

Banquet planning

Team management

Sales experience

Customer service

Operations coordination

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we are on the hunt for talented, driven, and caring individuals to become a part of our Leadership Team. Whether you are looking to gain and practice valuable leadership skills or take the next step to learn more about business management, we are here to train, mentor and develop you further into your career, while supporting your life goals.

Our restaurants are industry leaders in team development and offer unique opportunities for personal growth, regardless of where you are at in your career. You will be sure to make meaningful, career-enhancing connections and lifelong friends along the way.

Our menu, continuously being developed, features globally inspired flavors and fresh, high quality ingredients. Our passion for the culinary arts and hospitality is evident in our menu, but also in our teams. Both our culinary and front of house staff members are made of people who work to make memorable experiences for our guests, from handcrafted dishes to flawless table service, focused on excellence in every detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the banquet operation in support (and in absence) of the Banquet Manager
• Ensure facilities are maintained before, during and after service
• Manage sales, clients, and accounts
• Deliver exceptional guest service by greeting event facilitators, responding to phone and email inquiries, and ensuring guests receive VIP treatment
• Implement seamless event execution including event set up and tear down.
• Provide timely feedback and coaching to staff
• Raise employee moral through exciting contests and events
• Ensure quality control of all banquet aspects including food equipment, and facilities.
• Organize staff schedules
• Conduct monthly inventory
• Organize and place pre-orders for upcoming events

Key Requirements

• 1 year + experience of banquet event planning and execution
• 1 year + experience in a restaurant management role responsible for a team of 5 or more
• Sales experience is an asset
• Highly organized
• Enthusiastic and well-rounded
• Excel at customer service by ensuring each guest and team member feels special
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with availability 7 days a week from 5am 2am
• Impromptu problem-solving skills while maintaining a positive demeanor
• Proficiency in MS Office suite is an asset

Opportunities

With our company, you will have the opportunity to:

• Grow your career in our rapidly expanding company
• Cultivate your own development by working with other leaders
• Attend leadership development seminars and conferences