Banquet Chef - The Lakeview

Carmens Group is an entertainment and hospitality company dedicated to delivering unforgettable experiences for our clients and guests. As part of our team of champions, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in a supportive, energetic, and team-focused environment where we lead by example and work together to create extraordinary memories.

If you are passionate about working as a Head Banquet Chef with a respected hospitality organization and are ready to bring your culinary skills to a dynamic team, we would love to meet you. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in the culinary industry while working in a fast-paced, high-energy event environment.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Vacancy: This posting is for an existing vacancy
Compensation: $60,000–$70,000, based on experience
AI Disclosure: Applications will be reviewed by our hiring team

• →Prepare and present food consistently while maintaining the highest standards for quality and presentation within the events and banquets division
• →Execute menus for private events in alignment with guest expectations, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and excellence at every stage of service
• →Oversee and assist with food production and plating across all service areas to ensure exceptional quality is maintained
• →Support monthly inventory counts for food, beverage, dry goods, and stock items
• →Assist with the onboarding, coaching, and training of new kitchen team members
• →Help maintain a positive kitchen culture by motivating team members, encouraging confidence and efficiency, and demonstrating the Company’s values
• →Participate in weekly team management meetings
• →Maintain a safe, clean, and health-conscious work environment
• →Complete other duties as assigned

• Strong knowledge of food handling, sanitation, and safety standards, including a valid Safe Food Handlers Certificate
• Completion of post-secondary education in Culinary Arts
• Minimum of Five years of culinary experience within the food and/or hospitality industry
• Able to work independently 
• Positive, friendly, and team-oriented attitude
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Culinary trade papers or Red Seal designation are considered an asset