Banquet Chef — Lead High-Volume Resort Catering

Grand View Lodge; Nisswa (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand View Lodge in Nisswa, MN is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to lead culinary operations for our banquet and catering events. You will manage a kitchen team, plan menus with the catering and events team, and ensure plates meet our quality and presentation standards for a range of events from intimate dinners to large resort functions.

This role requires 2+ years of culinary experience, strong food safety knowledge, and the ability to work under event-day pressure.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary experience with banquet or high-volume cooking preferred.
• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team under event-day pressure.
• Strong food safety knowledge and sanitation standards.
• Experience with large-quantity food production, ordering, and waste management.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop event menus in collaboration with the catering and events team - selecting courses that align with client preferences, event themes, and seasonal availability.
• Execute large-quantity food preparation while maintaining the quality, consistency, and presentation standards expected at a resort of Grand View Lodge's caliber.
• Order ingredients and supplies in appropriate quantities for each event - minimizing waste while ensuring nothing runs short during service.
• Recruit, train, and supervise banquet kitchen staff; build a skilled, efficient team that performs at a high level under event-day pressure.
• Ensure all food preparation meets established quality guidelines, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements; maintaining inspection-ready sanitation at all times.
• Be ready for service on schedule, meeting all event timeframes and deadlines without exception.
• Clean, organize, and close work areas following each event, upholding cleanliness and safety standards from setup through breakdown.
• Communicate proactively with the Executive Sous Chef regarding equipment needs, kitchen inventory, and any operational concerns.
• Work collaboratively with event coordinators, catering staff, and clients to ensure seamless event execution.
• Maintain personal hygiene standards in compliance with Minnesota food safety regulations and Grand View Lodge protocols.
• This is a resort hospitality role; availability on weekends, holidays, and extended hours during peak event seasons is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Banquet / high-volume

Food safety

Team supervision

Event-day communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Grand View Lodge in Nisswa, MN is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to lead culinary operations for our banquet and catering events. You will manage a kitchen team, plan menus with the catering and events team, and ensure plates meet our quality and presentation standards for a range of events from intimate dinners to large resort functions.

This role requires 2+ years of culinary experience, strong food safety knowledge, and the ability to work under event-day pressure.