Banquet Cook

DREAMWEAVER HOTELS LLC•Chicago, IL

12d•$18 - $18

About The Position

The Banquet Chef leads the planning, preparation, and execution of all banquet and catered events. This role oversees staff performance, ensures high culinary standards, and collaborates closely with the Executive Chef and Event Management teams to deliver creative, consistent, and memorable experiences for every guest.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience as a Banquet Chef or Sous Chef in an upscale hotel or high-volume banquet operation.
Formal culinary training or equivalent experience required.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.
Strong knowledge of current culinary trends, presentation techniques, and event service standards.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as event schedules require.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of the banquet kitchen, including food preparation, presentation, and quality control.
Develop and execute seasonal banquet menus in collaboration with the culinary leadership team.
Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety in compliance with hotel and health department regulations.
Supervise and train banquet kitchen staff, fostering an environment of teamwork, professional growth, and accountability.
Manage food and labor costs to achieve departmental goals.
Collaborate closely with Catering Sales and Banquet teams to ensure flawless event execution.
Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control waste to ensure efficient operations.

Benefits

Medical Plans: Choice of three plans to meet your healthcare needs.
Dental Plans: Two options for dental coverage.
Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine eye care and eyewear.
Paid Time Off (PTO): To support work-life balance.
Accident/Hospital Indemnity/Critical Illness plans.
401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with employer contributions.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Life and AD&D Insurance: Employer-provided coverage with additional voluntary options.
Short-Term Disability (STD): Employer-provided coverage to support you during temporary disability.
Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD): Additional protection for extended disability.
Commuter Benefits: Save on transit and parking expenses.
Pet Insurance: Options to support your furry family members.
Hilton travel discounts and employee room rates worldwide
Career growth and training opportunities
Access to wellness programs and employee appreciation events