The Stella Hotel & Ballroom - Sous Chef-Banquets OEM

Aimbridge Hospitality; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability income

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Job summary

The Stella Hotel & Ballroom in Kenosha is seeking a Sous Chef of Banquets who will lead the banquet kitchen, crafting dishes that wow guests and aligning with safety and waste-reduction standards. You’ll collaborate with the Executive Banquet Chef to ensure flawless execution for events and daily service.

You will manage budgets, mentor the kitchen team, and design banquet menus and displays to elevate guest experiences. This role is an overtime-eligible manager position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years progressive Banquet Kitchen experience in hotel or related field.
• Supervisory experience and a valid driver's license.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and word processing; able to manage financial data.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a positive, chef-driven presence and lead the kitchen team.
• Maintain Aimbridge Hospitality's standards to keep the hotel safe, smooth, and on point.
• Lead and train kitchen staff; hire top talent and deliver effective training.
• Manage kitchen budgets and food costs while ensuring pantry needs are met.
• Create banquet menus and design food presentations for plating and buffets.

Job description

Join our team as Sous Chef of Banquets!
As the Sous Chef of Banquets, you're the creative force behind the banquet kitchen, whipping up delicious bites that wow every guest. Whether you're following classic recipes or inventing new favorites for special events, you make sure every dish looks and tastes amazing. You team up with the Executive Banquet Chef to keep everything spotless, safe, and organized, all while making smart choices to reduce waste and get the most from every ingredient. If you love mixing creativity with top-notch standards, this is where you shine!

Join our team as Sous Chef of Banquets!
As the Sous Chef of Banquets, you're the creative force behind the banquet kitchen, whipping up delicious bites that wow every guest. Whether you're following classic recipes or inventing new favorites for special events, you make sure every dish looks and tastes amazing. You team up with the Executive Banquet Chef to keep everything spotless, safe, and organized, all while making smart choices to reduce waste and get the most from every ingredient. If you love mixing creativity with top-notch standards, this is where you shine!
This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

Key Skills/Responsibilities

• Guest & Team Magic: Welcome everyone with a big smile, keep your chef style sharp, rally the team like it's game day, and serve up positive vibes-making every guest feel special, every time!
• Aimbridge Excellence--Standards that Shine: Show up ready to roll and right on time, rocking Aimbridge Hospitality's standards-so the hotel runs safe, smooth, and totally on point!
• Leadership Legends: Lead your kitchen crew like a culinary coach-motivate, train, and guide them to greatness while ensuring everyone's got the skills and spirit for success! From hiring top talent to serving up tasty training sessions, you're the secret ingredient behind a winning team!
• Kitchen Wizardry: Juggle kitchen budgets, keep the pantry stocked, and track every detail while leading your crew to culinary greatness- all with a dash of style and sparkling organization! You'll master food costs, wow with banquet displays, and keep the kitchen spotless, making sure every meal and team moment is a win!
• Creative Cuisine: Create Banquet Menus and design food presentations for plating and buffets-make every meal a masterpiece!

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years progressive Banquet Kitchen experience (hotel or related field), plus supervisory experience and a valid driver's license.
• Proficiency in company-approved computer programs (spreadsheets and word processing) and ability to manage financial data and basic arithmetic functions.
• Strong communication skills, quick decision-making, and effectiveness in both high-pressure situations and problem-solving with coworkers and guests.

Benefits

• Now offering Daily Pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information

If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions are valued and your well-being truly matters, consider joining us at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom. Our property is nestled in downtown Kenosha, surrounded by vibrant dining, boutique shopping, live entertainment, and the unique charm of Kenosha's lakefront on the shores of Lake Michigan where you can enjoy various water sports and activities. With scenic trails, outdoor art, and peaceful waterfront views, it's the perfect place to unwind before or after your shift. At The Stella Hotel, you're not just part of a team-you're part of a community. We honor birthdays and work anniversaries every month with a special cake celebration, making sure every milestone feels appreciated. You'll feel the energy of a workplace that values connection, recognition, and the people who make hospitality come alive. Whether you're exploring the local community or enjoying the warm, welcoming atmosphere within the hotel, you'll find a workplace that feels both inspiring and supportive.