Banquet Chef – Chicago - Join the Team!

Our client is a prestigious full-service hotel located in downtown Chicago, renowned for its exceptional hospitality and luxurious guest experience. This hotel caters to a discerning clientele and hosts a wide range of high-profile events and banquets, making it one of the most sought-after venues in the city. The establishment boasts state-of-the-art facilities, exquisite culinary offerings, and a dedicated staff committed to maintaining its reputation as a top-tier destination for business meetings, social gatherings, and special celebrations. Committed to excellence and innovation, this hotel strives to deliver memorable experiences through outstanding service and meticulous attention to detail. The Banquet Chef role is a dynamic position tailored for a culinary professional who thrives in high-volume banquet settings and excels in leadership and operational management. The successful candidate will oversee all banquet kitchen activities, ensuring that every dish meets the hotel's rigorous standards for quality, presentation, and taste. This role demands precision in executing banquet event orders (BEOs), coordinating effectively with various departments to streamline event operations, and mentoring kitchen staff to cultivate a high-performance team. The Banquet Chef is instrumental in upholding the luxurious standards that define the hotel’s culinary brand and is expected to bring innovative ideas that enhance the overall banquet dining experience. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $90,000, dependent on experience. The compensation package includes valuable benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks that complement the dynamic hospitality environment. This combination of competitive pay and benefits reflects the hotel's commitment to not only attracting but also retaining top culinary talent. Candidates with over three years of experience as a Banquet Chef in a 4- or 5-star property will find this role a perfect match to leverage their expertise in large-scale banquet operations. Fluency in English, exceptional leadership and mentoring capabilities, and a proven track record in executing high-volume events successfully are crucial for this position. The role requires consistent communication with different departments to ensure flawless banquet execution and maintaining the highest luxury food standards. This career opportunity is ideal for seasoned chefs seeking to advance their leadership in a demanding yet rewarding hospitality sector, where every event is a showcase of culinary excellence and operational precision.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum three years of banquet chef experience at upscale properties
• Proficiency in English
• Strong leadership skills
• Capability to manage high-volume banquet operations
• Ability to maintain high-quality food standards
• Effective communication skills