EXECUTIVE BANQUET CHEFF

Job Description

Job Description

Large Banquet Venue in Wayne NJ is seeking a full-time skilled Banquet Chef to join our Banquet and Catering team. In this role, you will be preparing, cooking, and presenting food for large events, including weddings, bar mitzvahs, and other social events. If you have a passion for excellence, enjoy cooking for large groups, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to have you on board!

*Weekend, daytime, evenings and holiday availability is required.

As tour Executive Banquet Chef, you will be responsible for:
• Ordering & Preparing large quantities of stocks, sauces, meats, seafood, vegetables, and other items efficiently for special function purposes (such as menu tastings and other banquets and catering events)
• Meticulously following standard recipes and client specifications during food preparation, ensuring portion control, quality, and accommodating special dietary requirements as outlined in banquet menus
• Coordinating dish preparation timing to ensure all food is served hot and at the same time, while arranging dishes with meticulous attention to detail and aesthetic appeal, including thoughtful garnishing
• Assist the kitchen team with preparing buffet platters and banquet presentation displays, ensuring all setups for parties and functions are completed in a timely manner
• Coordinating kitchen staff for all events and collaborating with kitchen staff, front-of-house management and servers to ensure smooth, efficient service and an exceptional event experience
• Following all kitchen preparation and closing procedures meticulously to ensure efficient operation and maintain cleanliness standards
• Ensuring daily wrapping, dating and replenishment of all food items stored in designated areas
• Using food preparation equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions
• Maintaining cleanliness of the work station, kitchen equipment and other areas pertaining to the kitchen.
• Ensuring compliance with all local health codes and HACCP procedures, maintaining proper organization, temperatures and cleanliness standards
• Assisting with the preparation of other food products on the serving line as needed
• Attending kitchen staff meetings and actively contribute to discussions
• Completing other related tasks as assigned

Requirements:
• Experienced - required minimum of three years in kitchen operations, food preparation and execution
• Established in maintaining professional standards of conduct and appearance
• Certified in food safety (preferred)
• Have the ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Flexible with working weekends and holidays
• Knowledgeable and consistently follows food safety practices; able to perform during emergency situations
• Comfortable working in hot, humid and/or noisy environment
• Capable of standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, bending and/or reaching for long periods of time; can push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds

Equal Employment Opportunity: Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Salary varies based on experience

** Please send resume and we will call to schedule an interview **