Banquet Chef

Royal Palm South Beach Miami, a Tribute Portfolio Resort; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

Teledoc

Maintenance meds

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Royal Palm South Beach Miami, a Tribute Portfolio Resort, is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join our opening team. You will collaborate with the culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences and lead daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, luxury hotel setting.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef on planning, staffing, and procedures, assist in hiring and training, contribute to menu development, manage inventory, and ensure cleanliness and quality across all dishes.

Qualifications

• College degree or certification in culinary/hospitality field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage inventory, ordering and receiving.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Communicate plans with the team for planning, staffing, and procedures.
• Complete daily food requisitions and daily specials.
• Assist in hiring, training, and coaching of the team.
• Participate in menu development and recipe standardization.
• Manage inventory and maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Multi-tasking

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

Property Description

Be part of the opening chapter of the newly reimagined Royal Palm South Beach Miami, which reopened July 2026 following a transformative $110 million renovation. This iconic beachfront destination is poised to reclaim its place as one of South Beach's most exciting premium lifestyle hotels- designed for high-impact meetings, incentive travel, lifestyle-driven gatherings, and unforgettable group experiences.

Ideally located at the intersection of Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive, the Royal Palm offers direct access to pristine white-sand beaches, the oceanfront boardwalk, and the cultural, dining, and entertainment energy that define Miami Beach-from Lincoln Road to Española Way. Rising 17 stories above the shoreline, the hotel will feature 404 thoughtfully redesigned guestrooms and 20,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space, creating a dynamic, design-forward environment where business and leisure seamlessly intersect.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a landmark reopening and help bring a bold new vision to life from the ground up. Team members at Royal Palm will play a meaningful role in shaping the guest experience, building something truly special, and contributing to a culture rooted in creativity, collaboration, and elevated hospitality. If you’re passionate about lifestyle hospitality and want to grow your career with an iconic brand at an exciting moment of transformation, this is your moment to join us.

Overview

Accelerate your culinary career and join our team as a Sous Chef! We are seeking a passionate and creative individual who will collaborate with our talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a keen attention to detail. As a Sous Chef, you will communicates daily with the Executive Chef for an update regarding planning, staffing, and internal procedures, complete daily food requisitions and daily specials, and assist in the hiring, training, and coaching of the team. You will also play an integral role in menu development, managing inventory, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring that all dishes are prepared to perfection.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. If you have a passion for food and a drive for excellence,

Qualifications

• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably in a hotel or resort setting
• Knowledge of a variety of culinary techniques and cuisines
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage inventory, including ordering and receiving products
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.