Banquet Kitchen Lead: Elevate Event Experiences

941 Management LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

941 Management LLC in Lexington, KY seeks a skilled Sous Chef to lead banquet and event food production, ensuring top quality and timely service for all functions.

You will oversee kitchen operations, coordinate with EC, Banquet Manager, and Sales teams, plan menus, and coach staff. The role requires 2+ years in a similar leadership position and a strong focus on food safety and cost control.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef, Banquet Chef, or comparable culinary leadership position; banquet or high-volume event experience preferred.
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, procedures, and high-volume food production.
• Excellent record of kitchen and staff management, with the ability to coordinate multiple events and deadlines.
• Familiarity with industry best practices, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Working knowledge of MS Office or restaurant management software; experience reviewing BEOs preferred.
• BS degree in culinary science or related culinary certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all banquet and event food production, including preparation, plating, presentation, and timely service.
• Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), event timelines, menus, guest counts, dietary restrictions, and special requests; communicate production requirements to the culinary team.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef, Banquet Manager, and Sales and Events teams to ensure accurate planning and successful event execution.
• Assist in ordering food, paper, and cleaning supplies for banquet operations; ensure supplies and inventory are properly accounted for.
• Manage banquet food preparation, portioning, waste, and production quantities to support established food-cost and labor goals.
• Maintain food quality, temperature, presentation, and consistency throughout buffet, plated, reception, and other banquet services.

Skills

Banquet cooking

High-volume service

Team leadership

Event planning

Education

BS degree in culinary science

Job description

941 Management LLC in Lexington, KY seeks a skilled Sous Chef to lead banquet and event food production, ensuring top quality and timely service for all functions.

You will oversee kitchen operations, coordinate with EC, Banquet Manager, and Sales teams, plan menus, and coach staff. The role requires 2+ years in a similar leadership position and a strong focus on food safety and cost control.