Banquet Chef

Alwadi Hotel Doha - MGallery Collection; Doha; On-site; QAR 183,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Alwadi Hotel Doha - MGallery Collection seeks a Banquet Chef to lead banquet operations in a Sydney-based, luxury-hotel setting. You will oversee menu design, food production, and event coordination to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will manage staff, ensure HACCP compliance, and drive cost control while collaborating with events, F&B, and restaurant teams to adapt offerings to guest feedback.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills for banquets and large-scale events.
• Knowledge of upscale hotel food & beverage standards.
• Advanced culinary skills in menu planning, presentation, and dietary requirements.
• Experience leading kitchen teams, including scheduling and training.
• Thorough understanding of HACCP and kitchen hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, preparation, and execution of banquet and event menus.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate food production for multiple functions.
• Ensure food safety, inventory control, and cost management.
• Collaborate with events, F&B, and restaurant teams to design menus and adjust offerings.
• Train team members and maintain kitchen equipment for continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Menu planning

Team leadership

Food safety & HACCP

Cost control & budgeting

Communication skills

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Company Description

Alwadi Hotel Doha - MGallery Collection is a distinctive luxury boutique hotel where Qatari culture is blended with contemporary elegance in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha. Located within the world’s first sustainable downtown regeneration project, the hotel offers a prestigious and dynamic setting for guests and team members. With 213 luxury rooms, multiple meeting facilities, diverse dining venues, and an exclusive spa and pool, the hotel delivers an upscale hospitality experience. Guests enjoy direct access to Souq Waqif and numerous shopping, dining, and entertainment options, with convenient proximity to Hamad International Airport and West Bay, making it ideal for both business and leisure travelers.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Banquet Chef role located in Sydney, NSW. The Banquet Chef oversees the planning, preparation, and execution of all banquet and event menus, ensuring high-quality dishes that meet brand standards and client expectations. Daily tasks include supervising kitchen staff, coordinating food production for multiple functions, managing food safety and hygiene, and monitoring inventory and cost control. The role collaborates closely with the events, food & beverage, and restaurant teams to design menus, adjust offerings based on guest feedback, and ensure timely service. The Banquet Chef also trains team members, maintains kitchen equipment, and supports continuous improvement of culinary operations for banquets and special events.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills with proven experience in Cooking and Food Preparation for banquets and large-scale events.
• Knowledge of Food Service operations and Food & Beverage standards within an upscale or luxury hotel environment.
• Advanced Culinary Skills in menu planning, presentation, and flavor profiling, with attention to dietary requirements and food safety.
• Experience leading kitchen teams, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Formal culinary education or equivalent professional experience in a similar Banquet Chef or senior kitchen role.
• Thorough understanding of HACCP, local food safety regulations, and best practices in kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays based on event schedules.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple events simultaneously.