Banquet Sous Chef — Lead Creative Cuisine & Events

Aimbridge Hospitality; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a Sous Chef to be the creative force behind a busy banquet kitchen, delivering high-volume, high-quality dishes that wow guests. You will lead a kitchen crew, maintain standards, and ensure safety, cleanliness, and efficiency.

This overtime-eligible manager role focuses on controlling food costs, crafting banquet menus, and presenting attractive buffets, while mentoring staff and upholding company service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and rally the team with positive energy.
• Maintain Aimbridge Hospitality standards for safety, smooth operations.
• Lead kitchen crew with hiring, training, and coaching to achieve excellence.
• Manage budgets, stock pantry, and track costs while maintaining organization.
• Create banquet menus and plating/buffet presentations.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Food cost control

Banquet presentation

Creative cuisine

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a Sous Chef to be the creative force behind a busy banquet kitchen, delivering high-volume, high-quality dishes that wow guests. You will lead a kitchen crew, maintain standards, and ensure safety, cleanliness, and efficiency.

This overtime-eligible manager role focuses on controlling food costs, crafting banquet menus, and presenting attractive buffets, while mentoring staff and upholding company service standards.