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Greathorse

Sushi Chef

Hampden, MA · On-site

$20/hr

... retreat. Our members enjoy world-class golf and unparalleled clubhouse amenities such as the ... Sushi Chef Position Summary:The primary responsibility of the Sushi Chef is to roll and assemble ...

Method Co.

Sous Chef - Lowland

Charleston, SC

$46K - $63K/yr

About Lowland Lowland is a thoughtfully designed boutique retreat that celebrates the quiet beauty ... About the Role The Sous Chef is a key leader within the Lowland culinary team, supporting the ...

Lucky Dog Enterprises LLC

Daddy O Sous Chef

Beach Haven, NJ · On-site

$48K - $66K/yr

Daddy O Hotel?s 22 rooms offer a luxurious retreat with modern comfort and amenities within a block of the beach. A Fearless Restaurants Sous Chef will be a positive, professional, creative with ...

Madison Beach Hotel

Lead Banquet Chef

Madison, CT · On-site

Join Our Culinary Team as the Lead Banquet Chef The Lead Banquet Chef oversees all culinary ... moments for weddings, corporate retreats, holiday events, and private celebrations. Key ...

Madison Beach Hotel

Lead Banquet Chef

Madison, CT · On-site

Join Our Culinary Team as the Lead Banquet Chef The Lead Banquet Chef oversees all culinary ... moments for weddings, corporate retreats, holiday events, and private celebrations. Key ...

Madison Beach Hotel

Lead Banquet Chef

Madison, CT · On-site

Join Our Culinary Team as the Lead Banquet Chef The Lead Banquet Chef oversees all culinary ... for weddings, corporate retreats, holiday events, and private celebrations. ️ Key ...

Madison Beach Hotel

Lead Banquet Chef

Madison, CT · On-site

Join Our Culinary Team as the Lead Banquet Chef The Lead Banquet Chef oversees all culinary ... weddings, corporate retreats, holiday events, and private celebrations. ????️ Key ...

Auberge Collection

Experience Chef

Gardiner, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

Anchored by its namesake farm with orchards, heirloom gardens, and animals, the retreat offers ... The Experiences Chef leads Wildflower Farms' culinary programming - teaching hands-on classes ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for retreat chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a retreat chef?

A Retreat Chef is a culinary professional responsible for preparing meals at wellness, meditation, or corporate retreats. They design menus that align with the retreat's theme, often focusing on healthy, locally sourced, and dietary-specific meals. In addition to cooking, they may also manage kitchen operations, source ingredients, and accommodate guests' dietary needs. Their goal is to enhance the retreat experience through nourishing and thoughtfully prepared meals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a retreat chef?

To thrive as a Retreat Chef, you need expert culinary skills, menu planning abilities, and experience catering to diverse dietary requirements, often supported by culinary school training or equivalent experience. Knowledge of kitchen management, food safety certification (such as ServSafe), and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment are integral to the role. Strong organization, creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication skills help deliver a memorable dining experience and respond to guests' needs. These competencies ensure high-quality, health-conscious meals and smooth kitchen operations in a dynamic retreat setting.

What are the typical challenges a retreat chef might face during a retreat event?

Retreat Chefs often face the challenge of preparing nutritious, appealing meals for groups with varying dietary restrictions, sometimes in remote locations with limited kitchen resources. Logistics such as timely food sourcing, storage, and adapting to last-minute changes in guest headcount are also common. Additionally, balancing meal schedules around retreat activities and collaborating with wellness staff requires flexibility and strong organizational skills. Overcoming these challenges successfully helps create a seamless and enjoyable guest experience, which is central to the retreat’s overall success.

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Lead Banquet Chef

Distinctive Hospitality Group

Madison, CT • On-site

$90 - $110/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all culinary operations for banquets and special events, including menu development and event execution.

  • Supervise banquet kitchen staff, provide training, and ensure a positive, efficient, and safety-focused kitchen environment.

  • Manage inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, and control food costs while maintaining quality standards.

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team as the Lead Banquet Chef

The Lead Banquet Chef oversees all culinary operations for banquets and special events at the Madison Beach Hotel, a luxury beachfront property known for elevated coastal cuisine and exceptional guest experiences. This role blends creative menu development, high-volume execution, and team leadership to deliver memorable dining moments for weddings, corporate retreats, holiday events, and private celebrations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Banquet Menu Development — Design seasonal, innovative banquet menus that reflect coastal New England flavors while meeting client preferences, dietary needs, and event themes.

  • Event Execution — Lead all culinary production for events ranging from 20 to 200 guests, ensuring consistency, quality, and impeccable presentation.

  • Kitchen Leadership — Supervise banquet cooks, prep teams, and dish staff; provide hands‑on training; maintain a positive, efficient, and safety‑focused kitchen culture.

  • Collaboration With Event Teams — Partner closely with the Executive Chef, F&B Director, DOSM and Banquet Manager to align culinary plans with event logistics, timelines, and guest expectations.

  • Inventory & Cost Control — Manage ordering, vendor relationships, portioning, and waste reduction to meet food cost targets without compromising quality.

  • Quality & Consistency — Uphold Madison Beach Hotel’s standards for flavor, freshness, and presentation across all banquet dishes.

  • Health & Safety Compliance — Ensure full adherence to ServSafe and hotel sanitation protocols.

  • Innovation & Guest Experience — Introduce new culinary concepts, action stations, and signature banquet dishes that elevate the hotel’s event offerings.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Culinary Expertise — 5+ years in banquet or high-volume culinary environments; hotel experience preferred.

  • Leadership & Communication — Proven ability to lead diverse kitchen teams and collaborate across departments.

  • Time & Workflow Management — Skilled at organizing production schedules, plating timelines, and event‑day execution.

  • Creativity & Adaptability — Ability to customize menus, pivot quickly, and maintain excellence under pressure.

  • Technical Proficiency — Strong knife skills, batch cooking, banquet plating, and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.

Why Madison Beach Hotel?

Located directly on the shoreline, Madison Beach Hotel blends luxury hospitality with the charm of coastal Connecticut. As Lead Banquet Chef, you’ll shape the culinary identity of weddings, milestone celebrations, and corporate events in one of the region’s most scenic venues.

Distinctive Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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