Banquet Sous Chef — Lead Luxury Event Culinary Team

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef to oversee banquet kitchen operations and lead culinary staff in delivering exceptional experiences for our Forbes Five-Star property in Houston. You will manage food production, safety, cost controls, and collaboration with events teams to execute flawless catered functions.

The role requires strong leadership, a focus on guest satisfaction, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays, aligning with the hotel's

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably in hotels, luxury, or Forbes environments.
• Strong commitment to exceptional guest experiences and teamwork.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise banquet kitchen operations for all events.
• Lead and train culinary staff with guidance and coaching.
• Oversee food prep and presentation to meet quality standards.
• Coordinate event execution with banquet management and other departments.
• Manage food safety and sanitation per health regulations and policies.
• Assist with menu planning and recipe development for banquets and seasonal offerings.
• Monitor inventory and control costs through ordering, storage, and waste reduction.
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling to meet event demands.
• Support executive chef in achieving departmental goals and kitchen efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

High-volume kitchen

Flexible schedule

Communication

Job description

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston is seeking a Banquet Sous Chef to oversee banquet kitchen operations and lead culinary staff in delivering exceptional experiences for our Forbes Five-Star property in Houston. You will manage food production, safety, cost controls, and collaboration with events teams to execute flawless catered functions.

The role requires strong leadership, a focus on guest satisfaction, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays, aligning with the hotel's