Sous Chef – Banquets & Events

Holiday Inn & Suites St. Cloud | Banquet Chef | Wedding & Conference Venue

Position Overview

The Holiday Inn & Suites St. Cloud is seeking a talented and execution-focused Sous Chef – Banquets & Events to lead culinary operations supporting weddings, conferences, corporate meetings, conventions, and large-scale social events.

As one of the top event venues in St. Cloud, MN, this role is critical to delivering exceptional banquet experiences. You will oversee high-volume food production while ensuring quality, consistency, and flawless execution across all events.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience in:
banquet chef roles, catering kitchens, event kitchens, hotel kitchens, wedding venues, and conference centers.

Key Responsibilities

Banquet & Event Execution

• Execute culinary operations for weddings, conferences, business meetings, conventions, and private events in St. Cloud
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Events Team to plan and deliver banquet and catering menus
• Ensure all meals are prepared and plated to meet banquet standards and event timelines
• Manage multiple events simultaneously in a high-volume hospitality environment

Kitchen Leadership

• Lead kitchen team during banquet service, catering events, and conference dining operations
• Train and develop team members in event execution, food presentation, and kitchen efficiency
• Maintain strong leadership presence during peak wedding and event service periods

Quality, Consistency & Standards

• Ensure food meets hotel brand standards, banquet presentation standards, and guest expectations
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Execute consistent results across large-scale banquet production

Cost Control & Efficiency

• Manage food and labor costs within a banquet and catering environment
• Reduce waste and improve operational efficiency
• Support inventory control and ordering processes

Cross-Team Coordination

• Partner with banquet managers, event coordinators, and hotel leadership
• Ensure seamless communication for event timelines, guest counts, and special requests
• Support execution of large conferences, weddings, and group bookings

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef, Banquet Chef, Catering Chef, or Hotel Chef preferred
• Background in high-volume kitchens, banquet service, weddings, or conference events strongly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple events and tight production timelines
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules

Compensation & Total Rewards

TOTAL REWARDS:
This full-time position offers an estimated pay range of $20.00–$22.00 per hour, based on job-related experience, skills, and qualifications.

We offer an exceptionally competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical insurance for just $50 per month for employees, with highly discounted rates for spouses and dependents
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• A competitive 401(k) plan with company participation
• Free financial advisor services
• Additional wellness and employee support programs

This role typically requires 40+ hours per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position operates in a commercial kitchen and banquet production environment and requires:

• Continuous standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• Exposure to heat, steam, and kitchen equipment
• Safe handling of knives and cleaning chemicals
• Use of non-slip footwear and adherence to safety standards

Why Join Us

Join a leading St. Cloud hotel and event venue known for hosting weddings, conferences, and large-scale events. This is a high-impact opportunity to grow your career in banquet culinary leadership, catering operations, and hotel food service management.

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