Wedding Banquet Chef

Wedgewood Weddings•Scituate, MA

About The Position

Wedgewood Weddings & Events is seeking a seasoned culinary professional to lead a small culinary team and prepare exceptional dining experiences for weddings and events in a catering environment. The role includes preparing buffet and plated meals, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining the company’s culinary standards and recipes. The position offers a stable events-based setting and a career path in a family-owned wedding business with venues across the country.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a lead culinary position or high-volume production, with evidence of career advancement.
Demonstrated ability to lead a small team with a focus on fiscal responsibility and culinary excellence.
Ability to follow company standards and recipes precisely and consistently.
ServSafe Manager certification, or the ability to obtain it.
Ability to meet physical requirements that may include lifting chairs, moving tables, standing for long periods, and assisting with banquet setup and teardown.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Availability for shifts longer than 8 hours and workweeks longer than 40 hours.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or equivalent hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and execute buffet and plated meals in a catering environment.
Lead, motivate, and guide a small culinary team while maintaining fiscal responsibility and culinary standards.
Manage inventory, ordering, scheduling, kitchen maintenance, and event preparation and execution.
Keep the kitchen clean and organized.
Follow company recipes, standards, and quality guidelines consistently.
Support the team in other kitchen duties as needed, including prep work, cooking, dishwashing, and kitchen cleaning.
Assist with banquet setup and teardown as needed.