Banquet Chef

Saz's Hospitality Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Saz's Catering is looking for a full-time Banquet Chef in Milwaukee to lead kitchen operations for off-premise catering events. Responsibilities include managing the culinary team, ensuring food quality, and developing SOPs for successful catering experiences, all while fostering teamwork and compliance with food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume catering and managing culinary teams is required.
• Knowledge of HACCP procedures and food safety compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts at various event venues and manage kitchen operations.
• Develop standard operating procedures and oversee food production quality.
• Collaborate on menu development and execute off-site catering setups.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Team Management

Problem Solving

Job description

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Saz's Catering is hiring a Banquet Chef for our Milwaukee location in Walkers Point. You'll lead kitchen operations for high-volume off-premise catering events with diverse menu requirements. This full-time, salaried role offers competitive compensation based on your experience.

What You'll Do

• Lead shifts at our permanent facility and various event venues throughout the region
• Manage and develop culinary team members through scheduling and performance management
• Oversee food production and quality control to maintain consistent standards and profitability
• Ensure food safety compliance via HACCP procedures, internal inspections, and health department coordination
• Develop standard operating procedures for ordering, recipe development, and training standards
• Collaborate on menu development with our Executive Chef for seasonal and custom offerings
• Assist with daily operations including inventory control, product ordering, and equipment maintenance
• Execute off-site catering setups by operating mobile kitchens at client venues
• Foster teamwork and cooperation between culinary, service, and warehouse teams
• Support multiple company divisions as needed and directed by the Corporate Executive Chef

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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