Banquet Chef: Lead High-Volume Events & Custom Menus

SRG Hospitality; White Lake (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

Suser Restaurant Group is seeking a Banquet Chef for Union 212 Banquet Hall in the Lakes area of Oakland County. You will lead all banquet food production, collaborate on menus, and ensure exceptional dining experiences at events ranging from intimate gatherings to large celebrations.

The role demands a seasoned culinary professional with strong leadership and planning abilities, a passion for hospitality, and a commitment to quality in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in banquet/high-volume events with 1–2 years in a supervisory role
• Strong culinary technical skills across methods and large-scale production
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and execute high-volume banquet events with precision
• Experience developing customized banquet menus for diverse events and dietary needs
• Solid understanding of food and labor cost management, inventory control, and ordering
• Strong leadership and team development in a fast-paced kitchen
• Excellent organizational and time management for multiple events
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Excellent communication with clients, coordinators and front-of-house staff
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Genuine passion for food and hospitality

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute banquet food production for events with high quality and presentation
• Collaborate with event coordinators, sales staff, and clients on menus to meet visions and budgets
• Oversee all banquet kitchen operations from prep through service and breakdown
• Lead, coach, and develop the banquet kitchen team
• Create production schedules, prep lists, and timelines for each event
• Conduct pre-event tastings to ensure items meet standards
• Manage food costs, portion control, and waste reduction
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory management
• Ensure strict health codes, sanitation, and company policies are followed
• Coordinate with front-of-house staff for seamless event execution
• Manage kitchen scheduling and labor cost targets
• Monitor kitchen equipment and perform preventative maintenance
• Assist Executive Chef with menu development and catering initiatives
• Represent Suser Restaurant Group as culinary ambassador at events

Skills

Culinary leadership

Banquet/catering experience

Menu planning

Cost management

Team development

Communication

Flexibility

Sanitation/ServSafe

Staff scheduling

Physical stamina

Passion for hospitality

Job description

Suser Restaurant Group is seeking a Banquet Chef for Union 212 Banquet Hall in the Lakes area of Oakland County. You will lead all banquet food production, collaborate on menus, and ensure exceptional dining experiences at events ranging from intimate gatherings to large celebrations.

The role demands a seasoned culinary professional with strong leadership and planning abilities, a passion for hospitality, and a commitment to quality in a high-volume environment.