Overview
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At The Johnstown Estate, we do warm, authentic welcomes particularly well, and constantly strive to deliver a polished service, guest comfort and excellence in everything we do. Our values of Passion, Customer Focus, Teamwork and Integrity are always forefront in our minds as we passionately care about our guest experience and are committed to being the best in all we do. We are also committed to training and developing our team members and ensuring their journey with us inspires them each day.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Role:
Responsibilities
* Assist the Banqueting Head Chef in overseeing day-to-day operations of the banqueting kitchen, ensuring consistent high standards for conferences, weddings, and corporate events.
* Work closely with the Conference & Banqueting operations team to ensure smooth service delivery.
* Support menu development and event-specific dishes in line with client requirements and hotel standards.
* Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to a consistently high standard, even at high volume.
* Monitor stock, assist with ordering, and maintain cost controls through portion management and waste reduction.
* Ensure compliance with HACCP, food hygiene, and safety regulations at all times.
* Train and mentor junior team members, supporting skills development and career growth.
* Collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to ensure guest expectations are exceeded.
Requirements
* Previous experience in a 4- or 5-star hotel or high-volume luxury event catering environment.
* Strong background in large-scale banqueting, weddings, and conference catering.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple events simultaneously.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a diverse team.
* In-depth knowledge of HACCP and food safety legislation.
* Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and luxury standards.
* Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Hospitality
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