Banquet Senior Sous Chef

Union Square Events

Position: Banquet Senior Sous Chef

Salary: $85,000 to $100,00

Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.

Job Summary

Elevate Extraordinary Experiences Through Culinary Excellence

Are you a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment? We are seeking an experienced Banquet Senior Sous Chef to join our award-winning culinary team and help deliver exceptional banquet experiences for high-profile events, weddings, galas, corporate functions, and VIP receptions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who leads with integrity, inspires excellence, and takes pride in creating memorable dining experiences while mentoring a talented culinary team.

What You'll Do

As the Banquet Senior Sous Chef, you will partner closely with the Executive Chef to oversee all banquet culinary operations while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and execution.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead daily banquet kitchen operations with a focus on luxury service standards.
• Execute high-volume events while maintaining exceptional food quality and presentation.
• Supervise, coach, and develop culinary team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Ensure consistency in recipes, plating, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Assist with menu planning, seasonal offerings, and innovative banquet presentations.
• Manage labor scheduling, inventory, ordering, and food cost controls.
• Collaborate with banquet operations and event teams to ensure flawless execution.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused kitchen environment.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is an experienced culinary professional who combines creativity with operational discipline and thrives under pressure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in luxury hotels, resorts, fine dining, or high-end banquet operations.
• Proven success executing large-scale banquet events with precision and consistency.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Experience managing food and labor costs while maintaining premium quality standards.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Apply to Union Square Events today!

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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.

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Associates at Union Square Events are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1542566

Union Square Events

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