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Banquet Chef – Staten Island, NY
Join a well-established hospitality group at a premier waterfront event venue, renowned for delivering exceptional weddings, galas, and private celebrations. This is a unique opportunity to lead banquet kitchen operations in a beautiful setting, making a lasting impact on unforgettable guest experiences.
Banquet Chef Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary ($85,000–$100,000), commensurate with experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Opportunity for advancement within a respected hospitality group
- Supportive and professional team environment
- Work in a stunning waterfront venue hosting Staten Island’s top celebrations
Banquet Chef Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years of banquet, catering, or high-volume culinary experience
- Previous leadership experience in an upscale hospitality, catering, hotel, or event venue environment
- Strong understanding of banquet production and large-scale event execution
- Proven ability to manage formal catered events for 200–500+ guests preferred
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Experience managing inventory, food costs, scheduling, and sanitation compliance
- Culinary degree or formal training preferred; equivalent experience considered
- Passion for hospitality and delivering memorable dining experiences
Banquet Chef Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience developing and refining banquet menus based on seasonal offerings and client preferences
- Training and mentoring kitchen staff to uphold quality and presentation standards
Banquet Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Oversee banquet food preparation and execution for weddings, corporate events, galas, and private celebrations
- Lead, supervise, and motivate sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen assistants to deliver exceptional service
- Collaborate with event managers and front-of-house teams for seamless event execution
- Develop menus that reflect seasonal trends, dietary accommodations, and client needs
- Manage inventory control, purchasing, scheduling, and labor in line with budget goals
- Ensure kitchen cleanliness, organization, and compliance with health and food safety regulations
- Coordinate production timelines and logistics for multiple simultaneous events
If you are a driven culinary leader dedicated to exceptional hospitality and creative execution, this role offers the chance to take your career to the next level at one of Staten Island’s premier venues.
JOB ID: 175767
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Emily Lauro