Banquet Chef

Invited is a leading company in the hospitality and service industry, with a long-standing history dating back to 1957. As the largest owner and operator of private clubs in the United States, Invited manages over 130 country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs nationwide. These clubs provide first-class amenities such as championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, and fitness centers. The company prides itself on building strong relationships and enriching the lives of its members, guests, and over 17,000 employees, fostering an inclusive and dynamic work environment.

The role of the Banquet Chef at Invited is a crucial position within its culinary team, focusing exclusively on banquet services for private and member events including weddings, corporate functions, and special Member occasions. This role involves managing culinary operations, menu development, food preparation, and presentation while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and service. The Banquet Chef collaborates closely with the Executive Chef and event staff to ensure that meal production aligns with event requirements and meets budgetary parameters for food and labor costs.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the creation, planning, and execution of menus tailored to forecasted member and guest counts. They will manage procurements and inventory of food supplies, equipment, and materials, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This role demands exceptional organizational and leadership skills to supervise banquet kitchen staff, including hiring, training, development, and scheduling. The Banquet Chef must uphold cleanliness and sanitation standards consistent with state regulations, representing the club professionally by engaging with members and guests to solicit feedback, accommodate last-minute requests, and manage service recovery.

This position requires a blend of creativity and strong business acumen to deliver memorable dining experiences that enhance the overall member and guest satisfaction. The Banquet Chef plays a key role in employee relations, addressing complaints, resolving issues, and enforcing company policies with professionalism and integrity. Flexibility is essential, as the position may require working additional hours including weekends and holidays to meet event deadlines.

Invited offers a competitive Total Rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, and leave programs. Full-time employees are eligible for these benefits, highlighting the company’s commitment to employee well-being and growth. The work environment encourages the continuous professional development and certifications relevant to the culinary role, promoting a culture of excellence and ethical standards.

Joining Invited as a Banquet Chef offers a unique opportunity to be part of an industry leader with a passion for quality and service. The company’s dedication to inclusivity and member satisfaction makes this an ideal career for culinary professionals who thrive in fast-paced, dynamic settings and aim to contribute to the success of premier private clubs. If you are ready to bring your culinary expertise, leadership qualities, and commitment to excellence to a respected hospitality company, Invited welcomes your application for this vital role.