Banqueting Chef - Catering

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Modern kitchen equipment

Renowned catering team

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Banqueting Chef in Queenstown to lead kitchen operations for large-scale events. You will prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes while coordinating food production during events and ensuring strict health and hygiene compliance.

The role requires extensive banqueting experience, strong culinary techniques, and a proven ability to manage teams under pressure. This position offers opportunities to work with prestigious clients and advance culinary skills

Qualifications

• Experience in banqueting and large-scale catering.
• Proficient in a wide range of culinary techniques and presentation styles.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
• Ability to manage kitchen teams under pressure and stay organized.
• Attention to detail in menu planning and event execution.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for banquets and large-scale events, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Manage kitchen operations during events, including supervising kitchen staff and coordinating food production.
• Develop innovative and appealing menu options in collaboration with the catering management team.
• Ensure all food preparation and handling complies with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain kitchen inventory, including stock levels, ordering supplies, and managing waste.
• Uphold the highest standards of food presentation and taste for all served items.

Skills

Banqueting

Large-scale catering

Food safety

Team leadership

Menu development

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious catering firm operating in Queenstown , is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Banqueting Chef . This role is crucial for delivering exceptional culinary experiences at a wide range of banquets and catered events. You will be responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality dishes, managing kitchen operations during events, and ensuring adherence to strict food safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses a creative flair, a deep understanding of banqueting cuisine, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, demanding environment. You will be instrumental in upholding and enhancing the company's reputation for culinary excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for banquets and large-scale events, ensuring consistency and quality.


• Manage kitchen operations during events, including supervising kitchen staff and coordinating food production.


• Develop innovative and appealing menu options in collaboration with the catering management team.


• Ensure all food preparation and handling complies with strict health, safety, and hygiene regulations.


• Maintain kitchen inventory, including stock levels, ordering supplies, and managing waste.


• Uphold the highest standards of food presentation and taste for all served items.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Chef, with a specific focus on banqueting and large-scale catering.


• Proficiency in a wide range of culinary techniques and presentation styles.


• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.


• Ability to manage kitchen teams effectively and work efficiently under pressure.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Culinary qualifications or equivalent professional experience are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunity to work with high-quality ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment.


• Be part of a renowned catering team known for its excellence.


• Professional development and potential for career growth.


• Access to a variety of prestigious events and clients.