Description
Base Salary : $85,000 - $95,000 / year based on experience + Quarterly Bonus Potential
Are you a talented Banquet Chef ready to make your mark in an exceptional culinary setting?
Join us at Rye Street Tavern, an acclaimed dining and event destination on the Baltimore Peninsula, where your skills will shine across eight unique event venues, including indoor and rooftop spaces with breathtaking waterfront views.
This is an ideal opportunity for Executive, Banquet, and Sous Chefs coming from hotels, catering companies, convention centers and large event venues looking to elevate their careers.
As our Banquet Chef, you'll craft unforgettable culinary experiences for events of all kinds—corporate gatherings, weddings, milestone celebrations—serving up to 400 guests.
WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A BANQUET CHEF
- Reputable Company : Strong stability and performance.
- Positive Culture : Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
- Retirement Plans : 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
- Bonuses : Quarterly eligibility.
- Flexible Schedule : 5-day work week.
- Career Growth : Rapid advancement opportunities.
- Comprehensive Health Plan : Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
- Insurance : Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
- Generous Paid Time Off : Includes sick pay, medical / family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
- Therapy Resources : Access to behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Dining Discounts : Half-price off-duty dining and complimentary shift meals.
- Convenient Parking : Available parking benefits.
- Employee Assistance : Legal, emotional, financial support with 5 sessions per issue.
- Financial Assistance : Assistance fund for employees in need.
- Training & Education : Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
- Flu Shots & Discounts : Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
- Charity Matching : Up to $4,000 yearly.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A BANQUET CHEF
2+ years of experience as a Banquet Chef preferably in a high-volume event venue or restaurant.Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven.Desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service.Great verbal and written communication skills.Think and act creatively to provide guests with exceptional service and value.Conceptual understanding of American food and the culinary ability to deliver American food through menu, food preparation, and production.Disciplined and firm about standards of performance, yet fair and personable in developing employees.WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A BANQUET CHEF
Works closely with the kitchen and events teams to execute the event strategy and focus on meeting and exceeding goalsReviews Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) on a daily basis and makes note of any changesBriefs the kitchen management about the current and upcoming eventsEstablishes banquet day priorities and assigns production and preparation tasksReviews banquet / event sales and food costs to ensure budget goals are metWork with Executive Chef and Corporate Executive Chef on menu development to ensure product quality and food cost managementActively monitor food execution to ensure adherence to recipe and proper preparation and plating techniqueEnsure consistent adherence to company’s quality standards, operating systems / procedures, and sanitation and safety regulations / requirementsAssists in monthly inventories as necessaryFulfill other kitchen management responsibilities as necessaryABOUT US
Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 13 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald’s, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, and Hamilton Live.
Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career! Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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Contact us at employment@clydes.com if you need any special accommodations to apply.