Banquet Chef de Cuisine

Redd Hospitality; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Redd Hospitality in Chicago is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and oversee all kitchen operations, delivering exceptional dining in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

The role emphasizes staff management, high standards of food quality and safety, and collaboration with dietary and banquet teams to accommodate diverse needs. This full-time position offers growth and exposure to large-scale events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Executive Chef or similar in a high-volume hospitality setting (min $6M annual).
• Strong experience coordinating events and banquets.
• Strong knowledge of food production, kitchen management, and service operations.
• Excellent team leadership and ability to inspire a diverse culinary team.
• Familiarity with dietary needs and menu planning for various occasions, including banquets.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail in kitchen operations.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food production and service.
• Manage kitchen staff, providing training, guidance, and support to foster a collaborative team environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and proper food handling practices.
• Coordinate with the dietary department to accommodate special dietary needs and preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate with banquet coordinators to plan and execute large-scale events successfully.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to health and safety standards.

Skills

Executive leadership

Food production

Kitchen management

Team management

Menu planning

Food safety

Banquets/events

High-volume operations

Organization

Job description

Job description:

Overview
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef De Cuisine to lead our culinary team and oversee all kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food production and service, with a focus on delivering exceptional dining experiences in a hospitality environment. As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for , staff management, and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food production and service.
• Manage kitchen staff, providing training, guidance, and support to foster a collaborative team environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and proper food handling practices.
• Coordinate with the dietary department to accommodate special dietary needs and preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Collaborate with banquet coordinators to plan and execute large-scale events successfully.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar role within the hospitality industry in a high volume setting $6 million annually minimum
• Strong Experience in Events.
• Strong knowledge of food production techniques, kitchen management, and food service operations.
• Excellent team management skills with the ability to inspire and lead a diverse culinary team.
• Familiarity with dietary requirements and menu planning for various occasions, including banquets.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail in all aspects of kitchen operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards.

Join our team as we strive to create memorable dining experiences through exceptional culinary artistry!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance