Banquet Chef: Lead Luxury Event Cuisine & Team

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA HOST PROPERTIES INC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA HOST PROPERTIES INC. is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to lead all banquet culinary operations across weddings, conferences, and resort events.

You will oversee a high-performing kitchen team, partner with Catering, Event Sales, and Operations, and ensure flawless execution, exceptional food quality, and guest delight. Responsibilities include menu development, cost control, inventory management, staffing plans, and maintaining HACCP standards, with a focus on luxury

Responsibilities

• Lead banquet culinary operations for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, consistency, and flawless execution.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on banquet menus, seasonal offerings, and culinary innovation.
• Develop menus reflecting current trends while meeting client expectations.
• Maintain accurate recipes, production standards, and inventory controls.

Job description

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA HOST PROPERTIES INC. is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to lead all banquet culinary operations across weddings, conferences, and resort events.

You will oversee a high-performing kitchen team, partner with Catering, Event Sales, and Operations, and ensure flawless execution, exceptional food quality, and guest delight. Responsibilities include menu development, cost control, inventory management, staffing plans, and maintaining HACCP standards, with a focus on luxury