BANQUET CHEF - RIDGEFIELD, WA

Eurest

Salary: $80000 - $85000 /year

Pay Grade: 12

Other Forms of Compensation

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

Position Overview: In this role, the Banquet Chef will supervise and actively participate in food preparation, quality assurance, physical maintenance, and inventory management to ensure high-quality standards, safety, and revenue goals are met. This role focuses on overseeing banquet and catering operations, ensuring that all events are executed to perfection while adhering to safety, quality, and cost controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of menus and recommend menu changes based on client preferences and operational needs.

• Implement procedural and production changes to improve efficiency and quality.

• Ensure compliance with all sanitation, Serve-Safe, and safety requirements.

• Manage food service operations, including inventory management, ordering, and receiving.

• Demonstrate proficiency in menu development, cost control, purchasing, and inventory management, with a focus on utilizing local food products.

• Coordinate with other departments and clients to ensure seamless event execution.

• Read and interpret Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and translate them into high-quality event services.

• Communicate effectively with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.

• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree required; Associate's degree preferred.

• 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience, preferably in a high-volume production and catering environment.

• Proven experience in catering management and a strong understanding of BEOs.

• Extensive knowledge of food trends, catering practices, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and food presentation.

• Experience in the hospitality industry, particularly in hotels, casinos, and event centers, is highly desirable.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients.

• Ability to create menus and manage food operations efficiently and cost-effectively.

Preferred Background

• Experience in hotel, casino, or event center catering management.

• Proven ability to manage catering operations, including ordering, inventory control, and event-specific food preparations.

• Strong menu writing and client interaction skills.

Apply to Eurest today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (~~~) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1363207

Eurest

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