Banquet Leadership Chef | Luxury Event Culinary Lead

Hilton; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

ESPP

Parental leave

Mental health resources

PTO

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Waldorf Astoria New York is seeking a Banquet Management Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver exceptional experiences for guests. You’ll manage production, oversee service, and ensure regulatory compliance in a high-end hotel setting.

Join a luxury brand known for iconic hospitality and a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and leadership. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in New York City.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a culinary team in a high-volume hotel setting.
• Proven ability to manage production lists, line checks, and expediting service periods.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team operations: provide hands-on leadership and coaching to kitchen staff during daily operations.
• Oversee production and service: manage production lists, line checks, and expediting service periods.
• Enhance menu offerings: develop seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials.
• Promote cross-department collaboration: foster strong relationships between Front of House and Back of House.
• Provide administrative support: assist with inventory, ordering, and scheduling.
• Uphold regulatory standards: ensure health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Integrity

Ownership

Job description

The Waldorf Astoria New York is seeking a Banquet Management Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver exceptional experiences for guests. You’ll manage production, oversee service, and ensure regulatory compliance in a high-end hotel setting.

Join a luxury brand known for iconic hospitality and a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and leadership. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in New York City.