Black Desert Resort, located in the awe-inspiring landscape of Southern Utah, offers a premier luxury experience for groups, weddings, and large-scale events. With multiple indoor and outdoor venues and high-end amenities, the resort hosts exceptional banquets ranging from intimate gatherings to large tournaments and corporate functions. The Banquet Chef plays a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality culinary experiences tailored to each event.

Job Summary:

The Banquet Chef at Black Desert Resort is responsible for overseeing all culinary aspects of the resort’s banquet operations, including menu planning, food preparation, execution, and presentation for events and functions. Reporting to the Resort Executive Chef, this role leads a dedicated banquet kitchen team to ensure service excellence, cost control, safety compliance, and creativity in every event offering.

Job Specifications:

Onsite: Black Desert Resort
Shift & Schedule Availability: Year-Round / Full-Time
Pay Range: $90,000 – $100,000/year.  This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Why Join Us:

• Luxury Resort Environment: Be part of an culinary team committed to a culture of service and hospitality.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Comprehensive Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee dining, and unique perks such as local discounts and wellness programs.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to lead banquet culinary operations and collaborate on high-profile events and resort initiatives.

• Lead the planning, preparation, and execution of all banquet culinary operations including plated meals, buffets, and specialty events.
• Create seasonal and custom banquet menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef and event planning team.
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented to resort and brand standards, with attention to flavor, consistency, and appearance.
• Manage, train, and schedule the banquet kitchen team, including cooks, stewards, and prep staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and prep areas, ensuring full compliance with health codes and resort standards.
• Monitor food and labor costs, control waste, and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Coordinate closely with banquet managers, event planners, and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service flow.
• Supervise setup and breakdown of food service stations and ensure proper equipment usage and maintenance.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and cleanliness of all banquet culinary areas.
• Actively participate in resort-wide culinary events and special projects as required.

• 5+ years of banquet or high-volume culinary leadership experience, preferably in luxury hospitality or resort settings.
• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of banquet service flow, large-scale food production, and food safety regulations.
• Creative and adaptable with a passion for menu design and event customization.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in inventory management, food costing, and culinary software tools.
• ServSafe or similar food safety certification required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on event schedules

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