Banquet Chef: Lead Event Menus & Culinary Excellence

The Westin Portland Harborview; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Flexible scheduling

PayActive wage access

Paid Time Off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Hotel and F&B discounts

Job summary

The Westin Portland Harborview in Portland, ME is seeking a Banquet Chef to lead culinary execution for special events, crafting memorable menus and overseeing banquet kitchen operations to ensure every dish delights our guests. Reporting to the Executive Chef or Banquet Manager, you’ll uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation.

This role offers a path to exciting culinary leadership opportunities within HVMG’s Be Excellent culture, across a nationwide portfolio.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Sufficient education and/or literacy to read product labels and communicate with guests about job-related needs.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and lift with or without accommodations.
• Availability for a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• BeExcellence culture reflects a warm, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary execution for special events and craft exceptional menus.
• Oversee banquet kitchen operations to ensure quality, safety, and presentation.
• Report to the Executive Chef or Banquet Manager and mentor staff.
• Develop menus, oversee staff, and uphold food safety standards.

Education

Culinary diploma

Job description

The Westin Portland Harborview in Portland, ME is seeking a Banquet Chef to lead culinary execution for special events, crafting memorable menus and overseeing banquet kitchen operations to ensure every dish delights our guests. Reporting to the Executive Chef or Banquet Manager, you’ll uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation.

This role offers a path to exciting culinary leadership opportunities within HVMG’s Be Excellent culture, across a nationwide portfolio.