Banquet Chef - Milwaukee, WI

Our hiring establishment is a dynamic and fast-paced hospitality venue known for its high energy and commitment to quality culinary experiences. Operating in an environment where superior food production is essential, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and maintaining the highest standards in food preparation. This venue is part of a vibrant industry that values professionalism, culinary creativity, and a dedicated team approach to ensure guest satisfaction at every level. Our workplace culture fosters integrity, teamwork, and a passion for excellence which are core to our mission, vision, and values. We are currently seeking a skilled Banquet Chef to lead our Banquet Back of House operations. The role requires an individual with advanced cooking skills, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to manage a busy kitchen in a high volume and fast-paced setting. As the Banquet Chef, you will be responsible not only for overseeing kitchen operations but also for inspiring and managing a talented team. Your duties will include assigning work, maintaining food quality standards, developing new menus and recipes, and ensuring that every dish served meets our rigorous standards of excellence. Beyond the culinary skills, this position demands strong managerial capabilities such as interviewing, hiring, training, and motivating staff, as well as handling scheduling, appraisals, and conflict resolution within the kitchen team. Financial acumen is also essential, as you will assist in budget development, controlling costs, managing inventories, and analyzing financial reports to achieve operational goals. Furthermore, the role requires maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment and ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations. Flexibility is a key aspect of this position, requiring the ability to work various shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays. This role not only demands hands-on culinary excellence but also mandates strong interpersonal skills to handle guest inquiries and solve issues promptly, contributing to the overall guest satisfaction. The Banquet Chef acts as an ambassador for our culinary standards and plays a critical role in upholding our brand reputation. This position offers pay based on experience and demands a commitment to professional growth and maintaining ethical standards in a challenging yet rewarding setting.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six years of culinary experience in a fast-paced, high volume setting
• Two years of management experience
• Ability to obtain ServSafe certification within 90 days
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard office equipment
• Ability to work various shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Maintain confidentiality
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to adapt to a noisy, hot, cold, and physically demanding work environment