Executive Banquet Chef - Lead High-End Event Kitchens

The Little Nell; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Ski Pass

Job summary

The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado, is seeking a Banquet Chef responsible for overseeing culinary operations for banquet events. This role involves managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and safety, and collaborating on menu creation.

Candidates should have a culinary degree and 5+ years in culinary operations. A salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 with bonuses is offered. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and an employee ski pass.

Qualifications

• Culinary Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 5 years of progressive experience in culinary operations required.
• 4 years of experience in culinary management with at least 2 years as Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or multi-outlet restaurant required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team during banquet events.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking for large‑scale banquet events.
• Collaborate to plan and execute menu offerings.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation.
• Monitor inventory and manage ordering of kitchen supplies.
• Ensure timely delivery of food to the banquet hall.
• Develop and innovate banquet menus.
• Responsible for all administrative duties.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Handle special dietary requests.
• Ensure cost-control measures are followed.
• Address guest complaints regarding food quality.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Food safety and sanitation

Inventory management

Team management

Menu development

Problem-solving

Education

Culinary Degree or equivalent experience

5 years of progressive experience in culinary operations

4 years in culinary management with 2 years as Executive Sous Chef

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado, is seeking a Banquet Chef responsible for overseeing culinary operations for banquet events. This role involves managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and safety, and collaborating on menu creation.

Candidates should have a culinary degree and 5+ years in culinary operations. A salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 with bonuses is offered. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and an employee ski pass.