Senior Banquet Chef Leader for High-Volume Events

OCVIBE; Anaheim (CA); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Anaheim Arena Management, LLC (F&B) in California is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to oversee on-site culinary staff for large banquets and catering events. You will support menu development, manage food production, labor, and costs while delivering exceptional quality.

The role requires 7+ years of high-volume event catering experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work nights and weekends. On-site position with focus on safe, efficient kitchen operations and memorable guest experiences.

Formación

• 7+ years of professional culinary experience, with a focus on large banquet and catering functions.
• Proven track record of managing culinary operations for high-volume events.
• Strong understanding of food cost management, labor budgeting, and menu planning.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise culinary staff during on-site events, ensuring seamless coordination and high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Mentor team members to develop their skills and maintain high standards.
• Collaborate with other Food & Beverage leaders and event planning teams to develop and customize menus for weddings, corporate events, and other occasions.
• Ensure all menu items align with client expectations, dietary requirements, and company standards.
• Utilize expertise in banquet-style plating and buffet presentation to create visually stunning culinary experiences at large scales.
• Oversee food production to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to recipes and portion controls.
• Manage food and labor costs, ensuring alignment with budgetary goals.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate procurement of supplies as needed.
• Lead the culinary team in setup, execution, and breakdown of kitchen operations during events.
• Implement creative solutions for dietary restrictions and food allergies without affecting presentation or guest satisfaction.
• Address and resolve on-site challenges promptly to ensure client satisfaction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in compliance with food safety rules.

Conocimientos

Banquet & catering ops

Leadership & team mgmt

Food cost & labor budgeting

Menu planning

Communication skills

Educación

High School Diploma

Descripción del empleo

Anaheim Arena Management, LLC (F&B) in California is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to oversee on-site culinary staff for large banquets and catering events. You will support menu development, manage food production, labor, and costs while delivering exceptional quality.

The role requires 7+ years of high-volume event catering experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work nights and weekends. On-site position with focus on safe, efficient kitchen operations and memorable guest experiences.