Banquet Chef

Harper Associates•Detroit, MI

13d•$0 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lead Large-Scale Banquet Operations at One of Michigan's Premier Convention Hotels. A leading full-service convention hotel is seeking an experienced Banquet Chef to help lead a high-volume banquet culinary operation serving conventions, corporate meetings, weddings, galas, and special events. This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef who enjoys the excitement of large-scale production while maintaining exceptional food quality, organization, and execution. You'll work alongside an experienced culinary leadership team to deliver memorable dining experiences for events ranging from intimate gatherings to functions serving thousands of guests.

Requirements

3-5+ years of Banquet Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef, or high-volume hotel culinary leadership experience
Experience in a convention hotel, resort, casino, country club, or large banquet operation preferred
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Passion for developing culinary talent and delivering exceptional guest experiences

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day banquet kitchen operations
Execute high-volume plated meals, buffets, receptions, and special events
Supervise, train, and motivate banquet cooks and culinary team members
Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation meet hotel standards
Assist with menu execution, production planning, and event preparation
Manage food production timelines for multiple simultaneous events
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
Help control food cost, waste, labor, and inventory
Collaborate with Banquet Operations and Catering teams to ensure flawless event execution