Banquet Chef: Lead Elite Event Menus and Team

Local30sandiego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k match

Meal provided

Cell phone allowance

Dry cleaning

Travel discounts

Paid holidays

On-demand pay

Discount program

Job summary

Kona Kai San Diego Resort is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to lead our banquet kitchen operations for large-scale events. You will oversee menu planning, preparation, and execution, delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests in a waterfront setting.

The role requires strong culinary expertise, team leadership, and excellent organizational skills to manage multiple banquets and ensure top-quality results. Join a vibrant culinary team at a boutique hotel on Shelter Island.

Qualifications

• Culinary expertise across techniques, trends and cuisines.
• Strong leadership to manage kitchen staff and delegate tasks.
• Excellent organization to plan multiple banquets and meet deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to food prep, plating, and presentation standards.
• Clear communication with clients, planners, and service teams.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing banquet needs and last-minute requests.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices and health codes.
• Creative menu development and innovative plating for banquets.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate banquet menus ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Collaborate with event planners and clients to create customized menus.
• Oversee preparation and cooking for appetizers, mains and desserts for banquets and events.
• Manage kitchen staff, assign tasks, monitor performance and train as needed.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage to minimize waste and maximize freshness.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards and health regulations.
• Monitor food quality and presentation throughout the event, adjusting as needed.
• Coordinate with event planning and service departments for smooth operations.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and techniques to enhance menus.
• Contribute to SOP development to streamline banquet operations.
• Attend weekly meetings and trainings.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Organization & time management

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Adaptability

Food safety & sanitation

Creativity

Job description

Kona Kai San Diego Resort is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to lead our banquet kitchen operations for large-scale events. You will oversee menu planning, preparation, and execution, delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests in a waterfront setting.

The role requires strong culinary expertise, team leadership, and excellent organizational skills to manage multiple banquets and ensure top-quality results. Join a vibrant culinary team at a boutique hotel on Shelter Island.