Wedding Banquet Chef

Wedgewood Weddings • Scituate, MA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about food, but not the unpredictable restaurant grind? Join our team at Wedgewood Weddings & Events as a Banquet Chef! We're looking for a seasoned culinary professional to lead our culinary team and deliver exceptional dining experiences for our weddings and events. We offer a fulfilling career path in a stable environment with a better work-life balance than traditional restaurant roles. If you're ready to showcase your culinary skills in a dynamic events setting, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Proven Leader: Demonstrated ability to lead a small team with a focus on fiscal responsibility and culinary excellence
• Commitment to Standards: Embraces our company standards and recipes, executing them with precision and consistency
• 3+ years experience in a lead culinary position or high-volume production experience, displaying career advancement.
• Physical requirements – may include lifting chairs, moving tables, standing for long periods and assisting with banquet set-up and tear-down
• Flexibility is key – We work when our guests celebrate, so weekends, nights, and holidays are a must
• ServSafe Manager certified or the ability to obtain

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree or equivalent hospitality experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute both buffet and plated meals in a catering environment
• Lead a Dedicated Team: Motivate and guide a small culinary team, ensuring fiscal responsibility while upholding the highest culinary standards
• Manage Culinary Operations: Complete inventory, ordering, scheduling, and kitchen maintenance while prepping and executing events
• Maintain Cleanliness and Organization: Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized for smooth operation
• Adhere to Standards: Follow company recipes, standards, and quality guidelines to consistently deliver outstanding culinary experiences
• Collaborate as a Team Player: Support your team by taking on various roles as needed, including prep work, cooking, dishwashing, and kitchen cleaning

Benefits

• competitive pay
• favorable bonus plan
• PTO
• paid holidays
• sick leave
• medical, dental, vision, accident and life insurance
• a company funded health reimbursement account
• 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree