Executive Banquet Chef — Lead Teams, Craft Menus & Events

WS & Company Ltd.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Other benefits

Job summary

Sweet Palace in Brampton, Ontario is seeking an experienced chef to lead kitchen operations on site. The role requires 3 to 5 years of experience, a secondary school graduation certificate, and the ability to manage a team of 3–4 cooks and kitchen staff.

You will estimate food costs, supervise preparation and presentation for events and menus, coordinate with clients for weddings and banquets, and ensure quality standards.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation is required.
• Experience in a kitchen leadership role is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• Prepare and cook meals for events such as banquets.
• Supervise cooks and kitchen staff (3–4 people).
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

Attention to detail

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Sweet Palace in Brampton, Ontario is seeking an experienced chef to lead kitchen operations on site. The role requires 3 to 5 years of experience, a secondary school graduation certificate, and the ability to manage a team of 3–4 cooks and kitchen staff.

You will estimate food costs, supervise preparation and presentation for events and menus, coordinate with clients for weddings and banquets, and ensure quality standards.