Banquet Kitchen Lead: Culinary Excellence for Events

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa is seeking a Banquet Kitchen Supervisor to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional banquet services. This role oversees food preparation, maintains quality standards, and coordinates with event staff to create memorable dining experiences for guests.

The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience in banquet or large-scale catering, strong leadership and communication skills, and a culinary degree or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a culinary or kitchen supervisory role, preferably in banquet or large-scale catering settings.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all activities within the banquet kitchen to ensure timely and efficient food preparation.
• Oversee food quality, presentation, and safety standards in accordance with health regulations.
• Manage kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with event planners and service staff to meet specific client requirements and event timelines.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control food costs.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area in compliance with sanitation standards.
• Assist in menu planning and development for banquet events.
• Address and resolve any operational issues that arise during events.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Communication

Pressure handling

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa is seeking a Banquet Kitchen Supervisor to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional banquet services. This role oversees food preparation, maintains quality standards, and coordinates with event staff to create memorable dining experiences for guests.

The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience in banquet or large-scale catering, strong leadership and communication skills, and a culinary degree or equivalent certification.