Banquet Chef - Event Catering

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Diverse events exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a skilled Banquet Chef to lead culinary execution for large-scale events. You will manage menu planning, preparation, and presentation, delivering high-quality food within tight timelines.

The role requires a proven track record in volume catering, strong organizational and leadership abilities, and a focus on safety and consistency across banquet services. You will guide a kitchen team to create memorable dining experiences for all guests.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Banquet Chef or similar in high-volume events.
• Strong leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Expertise in food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to plan and execute banquet menus for large numbers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes for banquets and large events with consistent quality.
• Collaborate on menu planning, costing and execution strategies.
• Manage banquet kitchen operations, including prep, plating and service.
• Train and supervise banquet kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage inventory and ordering for banquet ingredients, minimizing waste.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Event catering

Under pressure

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Banquet Chef to manage the culinary execution of large-scale events in Polokwane . This role demands efficiency, precision, and the ability to produce high-quality food for significant numbers of guests within strict timelines. You will be responsible for menu preparation, execution, and ensuring consistent quality and presentation across all banquet services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in volume catering, excellent organizational skills, and the leadership capability to effectively manage a banquet kitchen team, ensuring a seamless and delightful dining experience for all event attendees.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes for banquets and large events, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation for high volumes.
• Collaborate with the Catering Manager on menu planning, costing, and execution strategies for various event types.
• Manage the banquet kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and timely service delivery.
• Oversee and train banquet kitchen staff, assigning tasks and ensuring efficient workflow.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards within the banquet kitchen.
• Manage inventory and ordering for banquet-specific ingredients, ensuring cost-effectiveness and minimal waste.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Banquet Chef, Head Chef, or Sous Chef in a high-volume catering or hotel environment.
• Strong understanding of large-scale food production, menu planning, and execution for events.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• A passion for creating delicious food for large gatherings in the Polokwane region.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on experience.
• Performance bonuses tied to event success and client satisfaction.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and prestigious events.
• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment with a focus on culinary achievement.