Banquet Sous Chef

Watikiwaterpark; Box Elder, Northern (SD, KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health / dental / vision / life

401k plan with 3% match

Daily pay via ZayZoon

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Box Elder is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef to lead the culinary team under the Executive Chef, ensuring top-quality banquet dishes and consistency across events within the hotel complex. You will manage kitchen staff, supervise prep for weddings and conferences, and mentor cooks to meet exacting standards.

This full-time role demands strong leadership, sanitation discipline, and the ability to work varied shifts while maintaining guest-service excellence across all hotel

Qualifications

• The position requires a 2-year degree or approved culinary certification.
• Experience in a banquet kitchen or catering for large events is essential.
• Strong cooking skills and attention to quality, sanitation and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team under Executive Chef and oversee banquet kitchen operations.
• Prepare meals to guest specifications and ensure timely service.
• Monitor portions, temperatures, and food quality; maintain sanitation standards.
• Open/close kitchen and train staff across hotel outlets as needed.

Skills

Culinary management

Time management

Staff motivation

Health & safety

Kitchen equipment

Microsoft Office

POS system

Education

2-year degree

Tools

Point of Sale

Restaurant management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Banquet Sous ChefBox Elder Events Center - Box Elder, SD 57719; Courtyard by Marriott - Box Elder, SD 57719## OverviewSalary Range$45,000.00 - $50,000.00 Salary/yearLevelManagementPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAnyEducation Level2 Year Degree## DescriptionThe Banquet Sous Chef partners with and reports to the Executive Chef to lead the culinary team and provide a dynamic leadership support for the Banquet Kitchen and as needed for the other food and beverage outlets in the hotel complex. The primary responsibilities for this position are to ensure superior quality and consistency in preparation of all food items through the effective management of employees in the culinary department.Other Responsibilities include but are not limited to:* Preparing meals and food to meet the specifications of guests in a timely manner* Properly measuring kitchen ingredients and food portions* Ensuring kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, department rules and sanitation requirements* Using kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation* Managing the kitchen inventory and ensuring supplies are fresh and of high quality* Ensuring proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward* Keeping the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized* Managing food leftovers in a timely and efficient manager following health code guidelines.* Taking charge of kitchen opening, closing and other side duties as directed by the Executive Chef* Training and assisting in other outlets in the hotel complex during weeks with lighter banquet needs## QualificationsJob Qualifications* 2-year degree or accredited certification specializing in culinary arts and/or a minimum of 2 years in culinary management* Minimum of one year working in a culinary facility with a banquet kitchen or equivalent in catering food for larger events* Exceptional cooking skills* Strong time management skills: the ability to self prioritize and adjust to changing conditions.* Willing to work in a fast paced enviroment* Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 pounds throughout the kitchen* Ability to effectively manage the kitchen staff, motivate them and assign duties fairly* Familiarity with the best practices in the hotel and catering services industry* Knowledge of health and safety standards* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Point of Sale and restaurant management software* Ability to multitask and work quickly under pressure* Advanced verbal and written communication skills* Attention to detail and organizational skills* Must be able to work a 40 to 50 hour work week in various shift times ( morning, midday, and evenings) depending on banquet event times**Benefits for full-time Associates:*** Health / dental / vision / life* 401k plan with 3% match after one year of employment* Company-wide discounts on hotel rooms and restaurantsWe offer daily pay to all Associates through ZayZoon!!!