Banquet Sous Chef

The Royal Palm South Beach Miami is an iconic beachfront hotel poised for a grand reopening in 2026 after a transformative $110 million renovation. Located at the vibrant intersection of Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive, this premium lifestyle hotel offers direct access to pristine white-sand beaches, an oceanfront boardwalk, and the dynamic cultural, dining, and entertainment scene that Miami Beach is celebrated for, from Lincoln Road to Española Way. Rising 17 stories above the shoreline, the hotel will feature 404 newly redesigned guestrooms and 20,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces. This makes the Royal Palm an ideal destination for high-impact meetings, incentive travel, lifestyle-driven gatherings, and unforgettable group experiences.

The reopening of the Royal Palm represents a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of a landmark project and help breathe new life into a storied Miami Beach institution. The hotel’s renewed vision blends luxury and creativity to create an environment where business seamlessly intersects with leisure. Team members at Royal Palm will play a pivotal role in shaping guest experiences, developing a culture of collaboration, creativity, and exceptional hospitality. Employees will contribute to building something truly special and gain the chance to grow their careers within an iconic brand during a thrilling period of transformation.

The Banquet Sous Chef position at Royal Palm South Beach Miami offers culinary professionals an exciting role within this unique hospitality setting. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Banquet Sous Chef is crucial in planning, organizing, and executing banquet events that cater to groups and lifestyle-driven gatherings. This role demands creativity, leadership, and culinary expertise to ensure all events deliver high-quality cuisine and unforgettable dining moments for guests. Ideal candidates will thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and be dedicated to culinary excellence.

As a Banquet Sous Chef, you will be involved in menu planning, recipe development, supervising and training culinary staff, managing inventory and food costs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The role also offers opportunities to be involved in menu tastings, special promotions, and staying up-to-date with industry trends to continuously enhance the banquet offering. The Royal Palm provides a dynamic and design-forward environment where business and leisure converge, offering you a chance to contribute creatively and professionally within a growing, prestigious hotel setting.

Davidson Hospitality Group, the operator of the Royal Palm, is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company known for overseeing hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues across the United States. The group partners with globally recognized brands like Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville. Davidson Hospitality prides itself on an entrepreneurial management style that combines personal service with the extensive expertise and resources of a large company. Davidson emphasizes a culture rooted in delivering value, both to its owners and committed team members.

Working at Royal Palm South Beach Miami, under Davidson Hospitality Group, means being part of a company that offers an enriched benefits package designed to support the wellbeing of employees and their families. This combination of a premium workplace, career growth, culture of innovation, and comprehensive benefits makes it a compelling opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about lifestyle hospitality and banquet service excellence. Join Royal Palm and Davidson Hospitality Group and be part of redefining hospitality in Miami Beach during an exciting and transformative time.