What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Chef position at Insight Global?
This is a full-time, permanent onsite opportunity with our client located in Biloxi, MS.
We are seeking a senior-level Banquet Chef to lead high-volume, upscale banquet operations within a large, fast-paced hospitality environment. This role is responsible for all culinary execution, food quality, cost control, and team leadership for high-end player events, conventions, weddings, and corporate/social banquets.
Essential duties:
- Execute and oversee all banquet menu production and presentation
- Plan, order, and manage food product while maintaining quality and cost controls
- Lead and develop a banquet culinary team (Sous Chef, Cooks, Steward)
- Ensure strict adherence to sanitation, safety, and equipment maintenance standards
- Manage food and labor costs; support seamless execution of large-scale events
- Personally and through delegated duties, prepare all menu items for banquets.
- Specify and order all food for banquet functions.
Cuisine Focus
- Strong Southern regional cuisine (New Orleans, Cajun, Creole)
- French, Italian, German, and Asian cuisines preferred
Requirements:
- 15 years of culinary experience
- Proven success leading high-volume banquet operations (facilities exceeding 55,000 sq. ft. and $5M annual banquet revenue)
- Casino, luxury hotel, resort, or convention background
- Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $70,000 to $90,000 depending on experience, education/certifications, and skills
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and more
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000