Banquet Sous Chef $60,000-$99,000

Banquet Sous Chef $60,000-$99,000

locations

Grand Casino Hinckley

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition id

R07654

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Executive Chef

Fuel Events With Culinary Excellence

This is a pivotal leadership role for a hospitality-driven chef ready to elevate Grand Casino's banquet experience across two dynamic properties. As the Banquet Sous Chef, you'll lead the culinary execution of high-profile events and banquets, guiding a team of cooks and servers while ensuring every plate is memorable. If you thrive in fast-paced, Guest-focused environments and want to shape both events and experiences, this is your kitchen tomand.

What You'll Do

Lead Banquet Culinary Operations: Direct and oversee all food preparation and presentation for banquets and large-scale events.

Deliver on Guest Experience: Ensure every event dish reflects excellencehot, fresh, on time, and beautifully executed per event specs.

Mentor a High-Performing Team: Supervise, train, and coach culinary staff in banquet production and kitchen hygiene.

Drive Operational Efficiency: Monitor food quality, costs, and labor to maintain budget alignment while upholding Grand Casino's elevated standards.

Collaborate for Impact: Partner with Events, FOH, and executive teams to ensure seamless service, resolve real-time challenges, and meet client needs.

Lead with Standards: Ensure fullpliance with health, safety, and sanitation requirements, including gaming and tribal regulations.

You'll Thrive If You

Take pride in the Guest experience and every plate served

Can lead a team under pressure with confidence and clarity

See banquets not just as servicebut as showmanship

Communicate with precision and inspire action

Love building systems, setting the pace, and growing talent

Want to leave a legacy of excellence in every event

What You'll Get

Visibility + Growth

Dual-property culinary leadership

Direct input on event operations and strategy

A place at the table for menu planning and execution

Support + Stability

Weekly pay +petitive salary

Premium medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with match, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave

PTO that you actually useplus birthday and anniversary perks

Culture + Legacy

A leadership team that trusts you to lead boldly

A workplace built on tradition and transformation

A career acceleratordesigned for growth, not stagnation

Rooted in the 7 values: Wisdom, Love, Respect, Truth, Humility, Bravery, and Honesty

What You Bring

5+ years of banquet/catering culinary experience with 3+ years of leadership

Track record of high-volume kitchen execution, preferably in hospitality or events

Experience with food costing, event planning, and kitchen systems

Serv-Safe and Alcohol Awareness certifications (ormitment to earn within 6 months)

Stronganizational andmunication skills, with a calm-under-pressure style

Ability to lift 30 lbs. and move in a fast-paced, physically demanding kitchen environment

Must be able to secure license from Gaming Regulatory Authority (GRA)

Responsible for following all relevant Detailed Gaming Regulations (DGR's)

Mille Lacs Band Member and American Indian preference will be exercised in the hiring process.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by Guest needs or event schedules.

Will involve standing/walking for extended periods and lifting during events.

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