Banquet Chef

Levy Restaurants; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Levy Restaurants is seeking a Banquet Chef in Milwaukee to lead culinary operations, drive guest satisfaction, and manage costs while upholding our company vision and values.

You will oversee menu execution, maintain quality standards, and mentor a kitchen team to deliver exceptional banquet experiences across multiple venues. This role requires leadership, cost awareness, and a passion for hospitality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a culinary leadership role.
• A culinary degree is preferred.
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with financial concepts.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes quality food and presentation standards
• Ensures company guidelines and standards are communicated to team members
• Ensures the kitchen team has the necessary equipment and supplies
• Contributes to sales growth through product selection, execution, pricing and creative development
• Achieves purchasing, scheduling and culinary standards
• Achieves all assigned cost goals
• Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
• Additional responsibilities, as needed
• Supporting other Levy locations, as needed

Skills

Culinary leadership experience

Financial concepts understanding

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Hospitality passion

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Banquet Chef

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

Levy Sector

Banquet Chef

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy

The disruptor in defining the convention center, sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

As a Banquet Chef, it will be your primary responsibility to execute cuisine that exceeds guest expectations and provide strong leadership while delivering cost goals and living our Company vision and values.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Establishes quality food and presentation standards
• Ensures company guidelines and standards are communicated to team members
• Ensures the kitchen team has the necessary equipment and supplies
• Contributes to sales growth through product selection, execution, pricing and creative development
• Achieves purchasing, scheduling and culinary standards
• Achieves all assigned cost goals
• Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
• Additional responsibilities, as needed
• Supporting other Levy locations, as needed

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a culinary leadership position
• A culinary degree is preferred
• High level of computer literacy
• Understanding of financial concepts
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable acc accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsiblities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.