Banquet Chef

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier resort as a Banquet Chef, where you'll lead culinary operations for exceptional events. This role emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and maintaining high food quality standards. You'll collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Event Planning team, ensuring client satisfaction while managing kitchen staff and operations. With a focus on growth and learning, this position offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic environment. Enjoy a variety of health benefits, work-life balance, and opportunities for professional development as part of a globally respected hospitality brand.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free and discounted room nights

Discounts on food and beverage

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Meal credit for employees

Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations.
• Strong training and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise banquet food preparation and production.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu design.
• Train and develop banquet culinary team members.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Customer Service

Culinary Skills

Education

Culinary Education

Job description

"Hyatt is a place of learning – similar to a university. The company offers so many ways for me to learn and grow, both professionally and personally."

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina

US - MD - Cambridge

Culinary

Department Head/Manager

Full-time

Yearly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Summary

The Banquet Chef is responsible for the planning, organizing, and execution of all banquet food preparation and production at the hotel. This includes maintaining the highest food quality standards, ensuring timely service, managing kitchen staff, and upholding all health and safety regulations. The Banquet Chef plays a key leadership role in delivering exceptional guest experiences for meetings, weddings, conferences, and special events.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise and coordinate the preparation and production of all banquet menu items, buffets, plated dinners, receptions, and special events.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Event Planning team to design menus that meet client expectations, dietary restrictions, and budget guidelines.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes, presentation standards, and portion controls.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of banquet kitchen areas in compliance with HACCP and sanitation regulations.
• Train, develop, and motivate banquet culinary team members, promoting teamwork and high standards of service.
• Monitor banquet kitchen labor and food costs to support financial goals and hotel profitability.
• Conduct daily inspections of banquet prep areas, equipment, and storage for quality control and operational efficiency.
• Assist in scheduling, staffing, and managing culinary personnel for banquet functions based on event needs.
• Act as a hands-on leader during events, ensuring smooth execution and timely service.
• Manage inventory levels specific to banquet operations and submit timely requisitions.
• Uphold all hotel policies, procedures, and brand standards.

**The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing.Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Why Chose Hyatt?

At Hyatt, your success matters. We offer:

• Health Benefits:Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting after just 30 days
• Free and discounted room nights
• Friends & family rates at Hyatt properties
• Discounts on food and beverage
• Exclusive savings on tech, wellness apps, and more (e.g., Apple, AT&T, Headspace)
• Work-Life Balance:Paid time off, including new child leave
• Retirement Support:401(k) matching (up to 4%) and employee stock purchase plan
• Growth Opportunities:Tuition reimbursement and robust training programs
• Everyday Conveniences:Meal credit for employees

Join the award-winning team at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a premier resort recognized for excellence in service, safety, and wellness. As part of a globally respected hospitality brand, you’ll contribute to exceptional guest experiences within a culture rooted in care, collaboration, and innovation. Our recent accolades include the 2024 U.S. News Best Hotels Gold Badge, GBAC STAR Accreditation, TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Award, and recognition as a 2024 Healthiest Maryland Business – Standout.

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Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
• Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
• Strong training and communication skills
• Culinary education and/or on the job training, independent restaurant experience is preferred
• Must be available to work flexible shifts

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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