Banquet Chef - Creative Lead for High-Volume Events

MakeReady (hospitality); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO exchange

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Pet insurance

Company 401k match

Student loan repayment

Job summary

The Adolphus is seeking a Banquet Chef for a full-time, on-site role in Dallas, TX. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop creative banquet menus, lead kitchen operations, and ensure top-tier food quality and safety.

The position requires strong leadership, organization, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure setting while meeting revenue and costing standards. Prior banquet chef experience is highly preferred and valued in Makeready’s hospitality family.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Banquet Chef highly preferred.
• Able to work in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent service standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and highly organized.
• Prior team leadership highly preferred.
• Budgeting and meeting revenue goals while maintaining costing standards.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Executive Chef to bring creative and innovative menu options.
• Assist in managing kitchen operations, providing leadership and guidance.
• Monitor food quality and safety standards.
• Assist with overseeing Team Members as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

High-pressure environment

Creativity in menu options

Job description

The Adolphus is seeking a Banquet Chef for a full-time, on-site role in Dallas, TX. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop creative banquet menus, lead kitchen operations, and ensure top-tier food quality and safety.

The position requires strong leadership, organization, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure setting while meeting revenue and costing standards. Prior banquet chef experience is highly preferred and valued in Makeready’s hospitality family.