Banquet Chef Lead: Elevate High-Volume Events

Compass Group USA; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Flik Hospitality Group in Virginia is seeking a seasoned Chef to ensure client and customer satisfaction by providing culinary resources and support. You may manage scheduling, discipline, and hiring, and assist senior chefs in menu development and ordering.

The role offers an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional with opportunities to lead banquet events and coordinate with catering teams. Previous banquet experience and strong service orientation are essential.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• 3–5 years of banquet and event culinary experience.
• Customer-focused, with a friendly and outgoing personality and a genuine interest in providing excellent service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and execution of high-volume banquet and catering events.
• Supervise and direct culinary staff during banquet events.
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to company standards.
• Maintain proper food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures.
• Monitor food quality, temperatures, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Assist with ordering, inventory management, and proper food storage.
• Coordinate with the banquet and catering teams to ensure smooth event execution.
• Help manage staffing and kitchen workflow during events.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Perform other culinary and operational duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group in Virginia is seeking a seasoned Chef to ensure client and customer satisfaction by providing culinary resources and support. You may manage scheduling, discipline, and hiring, and assist senior chefs in menu development and ordering.

The role offers an energetic, entrepreneurial culinary professional with opportunities to lead banquet events and coordinate with catering teams. Previous banquet experience and strong service orientation are essential.