Event Banquet Chef: High-Volume, Gourmet Plating

Naples Sailing and Yacht Club; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Naples Sailing and Yacht Club in Naples, FL is seeking a Banquet Chef to prepare and cook food for banquets, conferences, weddings and other events. You will follow menus, work with kitchen staff, ensure high-quality presentation, and deliver timely service.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, and collaboration with cooks and banquet staff to maintain quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Culinary degree or relevant experience preferred.
• Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a banquet, catering, or high-volume kitchen setting.
• Experience with large-scale food preparation and banquet services is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items for banquets, conferences, weddings, and other events.
• Follow banquet menus and recipes, ensuring food is consistently prepared to the club's quality standards.
• Assist with the preparation of appetizers, entrees, sides, and desserts for events.
• Ensure food is cooked to the correct specifications, maintaining proper temperatures, textures, and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at assigned cooking station.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree or relevant experience

Job description

Naples Sailing and Yacht Club in Naples, FL is seeking a Banquet Chef to prepare and cook food for banquets, conferences, weddings and other events. You will follow menus, work with kitchen staff, ensure high-quality presentation, and deliver timely service.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, and collaboration with cooks and banquet staff to maintain quality and safety standards.