Banquet Sous Chef

At Atlas, every experience is intentional and when it comes to events, every detail matters.

We're looking for a Banquet Sous Chef at Riverfront Events who brings precision, consistency, and a strong sense of ownership to every plate. This role is instrumental in executing high-level banquet and event culinary operations, ensuring that every dish reflects the standards, creativity, and excellence that define Atlas.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and takes pride in delivering exceptional experiences at scale.

What You'll Do

• Support the execution of all banquet and event culinary operations with consistency and efficiency
• Lead and oversee food preparation, production, and plating during banquet service
• Partner with the Regional Chef and Banquet Executive Sous Chef to ensure seamless event execution
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and timing across all events
• Train, coach, and support kitchen team members-reinforcing accountability and development
• Step into a leadership role on the line, driving pace and performance during service
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and maintaining appropriate food levels for events
• Support food cost control efforts, minimizing waste while maintaining quality
• Uphold all sanitation, safety, and organizational standards within the kitchen

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably with banquet or event execution
• Strong culinary foundation with attention to detail and quality
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team in a fast-paced environment
• A hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt quickly
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A commitment to excellence and a passion for hospitality

What We Bring

At Atlas, we are intentional about how we show up for our leaders because the experience you create for our teams starts with the experience we create for you. We invest in our people in a way that is thoughtful, competitive, and built for growth.

Total Rewards
The base salary range for this role is $65,000-$70,000 aligned with your experience, leadership scope, and the impact you bring to the business.

Your Experience at Atlas Includes

• Health coverage that supports you-medical, dental, and vision
• A 401(k) to invest in your future
• 100% company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance for added peace of mind
• Paid parental leave to support life's biggest moments
• Ongoing learning and leadership development to keep you growing
• Real opportunities to move, grow, and build your career across our brands and markets
• Pet Insurance options-because they're part of your family too
• A 40% dining discount across all Atlas Restaurant Group properties, so you can experience what we create

This is more than a role. It's an opportunity to lead, grow, and shape the culture that defines Atlas.

Why Atlas?

At Atlas Restaurant Group, we believe hospitality is a craft and culture is the differentiator. We are a growing collection of best-in-class concepts and hospitality destinations built on energy, excellence, and experience. From waterfront hotels to iconic restaurants, we create spaces where guests celebrate life's moments and where our teams build meaningful careers. Here, leadership isn't about titles. It's about impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and challenge our leaders to think strategically, act boldly, and execute flawlessly.
We move with intention.
We hold high standards.
We lead the right way by being grounded in our Core Values of Excellence, Trust, Responsibility, Professionalism, Teamwork, Community, and Uniqueness.
At Atlas, we don't chase industry standards. We define them.