Banquet Kitchen Lead - High-Volume Events

ASM Global; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends GLOBAL is seeking a Culinary Supervisor to support daily culinary operations at the Convention Center, including banquets, catering, concessions, and special events. You will supervise staff, coordinate food preparation, and ensure quality and safety per BEOs and timelines.

The role requires flexible availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on event schedules; hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Current SERV Safe Food Handler or Food Protection Manager certification preferred or required based on local regulations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, proper food handling, and temperature control procedures.
• Knowledge of high-volume culinary production, banquet preparation, catering, and event food service.
• Ability to read and execute Banquet Event Orders, recipes, production sheets, and event timelines.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and provide direction to culinary employees.
• Education and/or Experience Minimum of 3-4 years of culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen or similar event facility.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily culinary production for banquets, catering, concessions, and events.
• Review BEOs, production sheets, menus, and event schedules for proper prep.
• Coordinate with Executive/Sous Chefs and other departments on event requirements.
• Oversee hourly culinary staff during preparation, service, and breakdown.
• Monitor food costs, maintain portion controls, and minimize waste.
• Ensure proper cleaning, sanitation, and food safety throughout the kitchen areas.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

High-volume prep

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Culinary training or hospitality degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Legends GLOBAL is seeking a Culinary Supervisor to support daily culinary operations at the Convention Center, including banquets, catering, concessions, and special events. You will supervise staff, coordinate food preparation, and ensure quality and safety per BEOs and timelines.

The role requires flexible availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on event schedules; hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment is essential.