Banquet Chef

Wildflower 301 Catering Llc; Greensboro (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to lead kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high-quality food preparation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in culinary sciences or equivalent experience, with proven leadership skills and strong kitchen management abilities. Responsibilities include menu construction, food monitoring, and compliance with health regulations. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as head chef.
• Exceptional ability in kitchen management.
• Credentials in health and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process.
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations.
• Approve and polish dishes before they reach the customer.
• Order food and supplies.
• Monitor food and labor cost.
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing, and training kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Communication

Culinary trends

Education

Degree in Culinary science or related certificate

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Banquet Chef to organize the kitchen’s activities. You will be the first in command in the facilities and will prepare and serve catered buffets and plated meals for our customers ensuring high quality and contentment.

Responsibilities

Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities

Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings

Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer

Order Food and supplies

Monitor food and labor cost

Arrange for repairs when necessary

Remedy any problems or defects

Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff

Oversee the work of subordinates

Estimate staff’s workload and compensations

Schedule and maintain records of attendance

Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards

Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Skills

Proven experience as head chef

Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management

Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress

Outstanding communication and leadership skills

Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes

Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)

Credentials in health and safety training

Degree in Culinary science or related certificate or equivalent job experience