Assistant Banquet Chef | Porters Neck Country Club

Porters Neck Country Club, located in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a premier private club renowned for its outstanding hospitality, championship golf, vibrant social calendar, and exceptional culinary experiences. As a well-established and highly respected institution in the community, the Club is dedicated to offering members and guests superior services and unforgettable experiences. With a strong commitment to excellence, Porters Neck Country Club fosters a supportive and team-oriented culture that encourages professional growth and innovation within its workforce. The Club prides itself on a dynamic banquet calendar featuring a wide range of events including elegant weddings, member celebrations, golf tournaments, wine dinners, holiday events, and various social functions throughout the year. These events highlight the Club’s dedication to providing top-tier culinary and hospitality services that consistently exceed expectations.

The position of Assistant Banquet Chef at Porters Neck Country Club is an exceptional opportunity for culinary professionals who thrive in high-volume, fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering outstanding dining experiences. This role places the successful candidate at the heart of the Club’s culinary leadership team, working closely with the Executive Chef and Banquet Chef to oversee all aspects of banquet food production and kitchen operations. The Assistant Banquet Chef will be instrumental in ensuring that every event held at the Club is executed with precision, professionalism, and culinary creativity. This position demands a proactive, organized, and team-oriented individual who can maintain high culinary standards while managing the practical demands of a busy private club environment.

The Assistant Banquet Chef is responsible for assisting in menu preparation and execution, supporting culinary operations across various events, and supervising banquet kitchen staff during preparation and service. Furthermore, the role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and organization to ensure a safe and efficient working environment. The ideal candidate will also collaborate with the culinary leadership team on menu development, seasonal offerings, and event planning, contributing creativity and expert knowledge to the Club’s growing culinary program. Additional responsibilities such as inventory management, ordering, food safety adherence, and daily production support across club dining operations are also key components of this role.

Porters Neck Country Club offers a competitive salary ranging from USD 20.00 to USD 24.00 per hour, health benefits, paid time off, dining and golf privileges, and opportunities for professional growth within a prestigious private club setting. Candidates pursuing this role can expect to join a supportive environment that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. This position is ideal for candidates with prior culinary leadership or banquet kitchen experience particularly in private clubs, hotels, resorts, catering, or upscale banquet settings. Those seeking to advance their culinary careers in a vibrant, member-focused environment will find this opportunity rewarding both professionally and personally.