Imagine yourself here! Located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, the RBC Convention Centre stands as the premier event facility in Manitoba. With the right space, creative expertise, and dedicated staff, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences. Join our culinary team and be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment that delivers outstanding food service for events of every scale, every guest, every day.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Banquet Chef is responsible for leading the preparation, coordination, and execution of banquet food service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role provides hands-on supervision of culinary team members, oversees food quality and food safety standards, develops and executes production plans, and works collaboratively with internal departments to ensure the successful delivery of events. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong culinary expertise, leadership skills, sound judgment, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and operational demands.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

- Prepare, coordinate, and execute banquet service in a consistent and high-quality manner.
- Train, mentor, and support culinary team members to ensure strong performance and professional conduct.
- Develop and implement work plans to meet banquet schedules and event requirements.
- Analyze kitchen and banquet operations to identify potential issues and propose proactive solutions.
- Ensure compliance with workplace safety and health programs, policies, and relevant legislation.
- Monitor proper food handling, rotation,



and storage procedures.
- Collaborate with other departments to support the smooth execution of events.

Job Requirements

- Applicant must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Proof of work authorization or study permit will be required upon hire.
- Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in a banquet, catering, hospitality, restaurant, or other high-volume food service environment. Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, training, or mentoring experience within a kitchen environment.
- Must be available to work varied shifts based on event requirements, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and carrying supplies and equipment, and working for extended periods in a busy kitchen setting.
- Ability to lead banquet production in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while managing multiple priorities and strict timelines.
- Completion of at least one year of post-secondary training in a recognized culinary program, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Strong culinary knowledge, including quantity food production, food preparation techniques,



and consistent execution of quality standards.
- Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, food rotation, and inventory storage practices. A valid Food Handler Certification is considered a strong asset.
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments while providing leadership, guidance, and support to culinary staff.
- Basic English comprehension and communication skills required to ensure safe work practices.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Come join our team as we create outstanding experiences, every event, every guest, every day. This is a scheduled position with salary in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Convention Centre Corporation and the Canadian Union of Public Employees – Local 500.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected to proceed to the next stage will be contacted.

The RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, age genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Application Deadline: November 4, 2026.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $23.54 per hour

Application question(s)

- Please provide your email address.

Work Location: In person

📌 Banquet Chef (Winnipeg)
🏢 RBC Convention Centre
📍 Winnipeg