Banquet Chef (Hourly)

Bold Catering & Design; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Bold Catering & Design is seeking a Banquet Chef for part-time in Atlanta, leading the kitchen during high-volume events, ensuring excellence from prep to breakdown.

You will coordinate with Sales and Support Managers, review BEOs, plan staffing, and oversee on-site execution, while upholding safety and presentation standards.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays across the Greater Atlanta area.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large event kitchens.
• Proven ability to coach and manage a team.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site kitchen operations during events.
• Review BEOs and timelines; plan staffing.
• Coordinate with planners, venue and FOH.
• Ensure menu accuracy and dietary compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Event catering operations

People coaching

Communication

Food safety

Time management

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Who You Are

Are you a confident culinary leader who thrives in fast‑paced event environments? Can you bring calm to complexity, pride to presentation, and purpose to every plate? Are you someone who leads by example, communicates clearly, and takes ownership of the full‑kitchen experience—from prep through breakdown— while inspiring your team to deliver excellence at every event?

Banquet Chef - PART TIME

Accountabilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and model Bold’s values and standards, setting clear expectations and holding Lutimos and Execution Chefs accountable during service.
• Direct, coach, and develop the kitchen team through pre‑shift lineups, real‑time feedback, and post‑event reflection.
• Foster a positive, professional event‑day culture by managing resources, breaks, and team well‑being.

Pre‑Event Preparation & Planning

• Review all BEOs, OPS Packs, pull sheets, diagrams, and timelines to ensure accuracy, readiness, and alignment.
• Collaborate with Sales, Support Managers, and Houseman to confirm details, staffing needs, and equipment pulls.
• Strategically plan staffing and logistics based on event style, service flow, and guest experience goals.

On‑Site Event Execution

• Serve as the on‑site kitchen lead, establishing clear communication with planners, clients, and venue partners.
• Oversee load‑in, kitchen setup, role assignments, and SOP execution, ensuring menu accuracy and dietary compliance.
• Manage service flow and team performance in real time, maintaining timing, quality, presentation, and uniform standards.

Post‑Event Closeout & Accountability

• Ensure all breakdown, cleaning, side work, and equipment loading are completed thoroughly and correctly.
• Complete BOH Event Recaps, follow food‑chain protocols, and return all items to their proper locations.
• Secure vehicles, warehouse, and equipment, closing out each event with full ownership and accountability.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of event catering operations, food safety standards, kitchen logistics, and large‑scale service styles (plated, buffet, stations).
• Proven ability to lead and communicate effectively—coaching teams, managing performance, resolving issues, and collaborating with FOH, clients, and venue partners.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills, including executing BEOs and timelines, managing time and physical demands, adapting quickly on‑site, and working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel throughout the Greater Atlanta market to multiple venues.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing and walking
• Must be able to stand and exert well‑paced mobility for the length of the shift
• Frequent, continual, intermittent flexing and rotation of the spine, elbows and wrists
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs on a regular and continuing basis
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying up to 75 lbs
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment

FULL‑TIME/PART‑TIME Part‑Time EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.