Banquet Sous Chef: Lead, Train & Perfect Events

Pyramid Burlington Management; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Biltmore, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property in Phoenix, seeks a Banquet Sous Chef to lead the culinary team for high‑level events. You will supervise production, train staff, and ensure strict sanitation and safety standards across all banquet operations.

You’ll collaborate with event planners and clients to customize menus, manage prep and cooking, and uphold the property’s renowned quality and service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading banquet culinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff and cooks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all banquet food production and ensure alignment with the Chef's vision.
• Oversee preparation and QC of soups, stocks, sauces, and banquet dishes.
• Collaborate with event teams to customize menus and meet client expectations.
• Direct daily kitchen operations across assigned stations to ensure efficiency.
• Prioritize accuracy of prep lists and hot food ordering for cost control.
• Monitor inventory and ensure timely ordering while minimizing waste.
• Maintain knowledge of all menus/recipes to ensure consistency and quality.
• Perform regular quality checks before service and during service.
• Provide leadership and development for junior chefs and cooks.

Skills

Food production

Sanitation standards

Team training

Menu customization

Inventory management

Job description

The Arizona Biltmore, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property in Phoenix, seeks a Banquet Sous Chef to lead the culinary team for high‑level events. You will supervise production, train staff, and ensure strict sanitation and safety standards across all banquet operations.

You’ll collaborate with event planners and clients to customize menus, manage prep and cooking, and uphold the property’s renowned quality and service.