Banquet Chef (Indian Pueblo Kitchen)

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center • Albuquerque, NM

14d

About The Position

Join Our Team in our Indian Pueblo Kitchen at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center! Love preparing unique and delicious culinary creations featuring the flavors of New Mexico's Native communities? Under the direction of the General Manager of our Indian Pueblo Kitchen, the Banquet Chef oversees all culinary operations related to banquets, catered events, tastings, and special functions. Here's what day to day will look like (the below are job highlights and not all inclusive): No two days are the same - but here's a glimpse into what your week might look like: Craft & Conceptualize Menus - Plan, develop, and execute menus for banquets and catered events, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery of menu items. Manage Inventory & Stock - Maintain accurate inventory records of ingredients and stock items, and prepare and coordinate supply orders for all banquet-related needs. Coach & Develop Staff - Supervise kitchen support team for banquet-related requests by organizing schedules, training, performance coaching. Provide guidance to staff to ensure accurate execution and prep of menu items and banquet requests. Collaborate Across Teams - Coordinate event details by communicating with Banquet Manager, Event Coordinator, and Front-of-House team to ensure flawless event execution. Monitor daily BEO updates, and adjust production schedules, prep lists, and staffing needs accordingly. Uphold Food & Safety Standards - Ensure all banquet culinary operations comply with health, safety, and sanitation regulations. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and prep area. Provide Operational Support - Assist in restaurant operations during non-event hours, and maintain a positive, professional work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required, with minimum two (2) years of professional kitchen experience; banquet or catering experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience is highly preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.
• Knowledge of large-scale banquet production, timing, and plating execution
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and commercial kitchen equipment
• Understanding of Native American cuisine preferred
• Strong communication skills - verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Ability to manage multiple events under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Skill in supervising, training, and motivating culinary staff
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with a professional demeanor

Nice To Haves

• banquet or catering experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience is highly preferred.
• Understanding of Native American cuisine preferred

Responsibilities

• Craft & Conceptualize Menus - Plan, develop, and execute menus for banquets and catered events, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery of menu items.
• Manage Inventory & Stock - Maintain accurate inventory records of ingredients and stock items, and prepare and coordinate supply orders for all banquet-related needs.
• Coach & Develop Staff - Supervise kitchen support team for banquet-related requests by organizing schedules, training, performance coaching. Provide guidance to staff to ensure accurate execution and prep of menu items and banquet requests.
• Collaborate Across Teams - Coordinate event details by communicating with Banquet Manager, Event Coordinator, and Front-of-House team to ensure flawless event execution. Monitor daily BEO updates, and adjust production schedules, prep lists, and staffing needs accordingly.
• Uphold Food & Safety Standards - Ensure all banquet culinary operations comply with health, safety, and sanitation regulations. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and prep area.
• Provide Operational Support - Assist in restaurant operations during non-event hours, and maintain a positive, professional work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED