Banquet Chef

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holiday allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Premium employee dining programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a skilled Banquet Chef to lead high-volume banquet operations for weddings, corporate functions and galas. You will design menus, oversee food preparation, manage kitchen staff and uphold top quality and presentation.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership, strong knowledge of cuisines, food cost control and a culinary degree or equivalent experience. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and partner with the catering management team to deliver

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Banquet Chef or similar high-volume culinary role.
• Strong knowledge of cuisines and banquet service styles.
• Excellent leadership, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in food cost management and inventory control.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute menus for banquets and special events, ensuring variety and quality.
• Supervise and mentor banquet kitchen staff, including line cooks and prep cooks, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Manage inventory, control food costs, and ensure timely ordering of ingredients for events.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation within the banquet kitchen.
• Collaborate with the event planning team to meet client requirements and special requests.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation and presentation across all banquet services.

Skills

Banquet kitchen leadership

Menu design

Food safety & sanitation

Inventory & cost control

Pressure management

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Banquet Chef to lead their banquet operations in the prestigious area of Sandton. This role demands creativity, precision, and the ability to manage high-volume food production for a variety of events, including weddings, corporate functions, and galas. You will work closely with the catering management team to design menus, oversee food preparation, manage kitchen staff, and ensure the highest standards of quality and presentation for every event. The ideal candidate is passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences and excels in a demanding, fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute menus for banquets and special events, ensuring variety and quality.
• Supervise and mentor banquet kitchen staff, including line cooks and prep cooks, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Manage inventory, control food costs, and ensure timely ordering of ingredients for events.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation within the banquet kitchen.
• Collaborate with the event planning team to meet client requirements and special requests.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation and presentation across all banquet services.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Banquet Chef or in a similar high‑volume culinary role.
• Strong knowledge of various cuisines, banquet service styles, and event catering demands.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in food cost management and inventory control.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowance.
• Opportunities for career advancement in a leading hospitality group.
• Access to premium employee dining programs.