Head Chef Banquets & Events (m/f) 100%

• 21 October 2026
• 100%
• Indefinite duration
• Bottmingen

Join Château Bottmingen, a historic restaurant in Basel. Enjoy a unique setting and an exceptional atmosphere.

Tasks ##

• Plan and organize various events with excellence.
• Ensure culinary quality during banquets and receptions.
• Collaborate with the team for impeccable service.

Skills ##

• Experience in gastronomy and event organization required.
• Ability to manage stress and dynamic situations.
• Excellence in presentation and quality of dishes.

Head Chef Banquets & Events (m/f) 100% Château de Bottmingen - Basel

The Château de Bottmingen restaurant was built in the second half of the 13th century and is mentioned for the first time in a document in 1363. It is the only water castle preserved in the Leimental region and is located in a dream English park at the gates of Basel. This exceptional historic site is protected at federal and cantonal levels. The romantic and elegant rooms are particularly popular for weddings and festive occasions of all kinds (up to 145 people). Additionally, six historic rooms, tastefully furnished, are available for 8 to 40 people. In summer, guests enjoy the romantic atmosphere on the garden terrace, directly by the pond.

Today, the Château de Bottmingen restaurant is a high-quality culinary gastronomic establishment. La Brasserie du Château as well as the Gourmet Louis offer creations of classic French cuisine as well as creative dishes according to the season.

Your tasks

Weddings, corporate events, family parties and numerous events are part of daily life at Château de Bottmingen - and each of them must be something special for our guests.

For this reason, we are looking for a Banquet Head Chef who loves to organize, anticipate and stay calm even when the pass is very busy.

You take responsibility for the culinary realization of our banquets and events - from the preparation to the organization of the mise en place to the last plate during the event.

You work in close collaboration with our brasserie head chef, our executive chef as well as with the event and service team, while being actively involved in the daily functioning of the kitchen.

You are someone who knows not only what needs to be done, but also ensures that their team knows when and how.

This includes:

• Planning, preparation and operational implementation of our banquets and events
• Organization of the mise en place, production processes and kitchen logistics
• Responsibility at the pass during weddings, corporate events and large manifestations
• Active participation in the daily functioning of the kitchen
• Direction and supervision of employees during production and events
• Assurance of a constantly high quality - whether we cook for 20 or 200 guests
• Responsible management of goods, resources and food costs
• Close coordination with the brasserie, the executive chef, the service and the event team
• Participation in the continuous development of our banquet offer and our processes

What you bring:

You are a qualified chef and have experience in banquets, events or high-end gastronomy.

Above all, you are an organizational talent.

You-

• Like well-prepared processes
• Have a spirit of anticipation
• Keep a cool head even with a large number of guests
• Work in a structured, clean and efficient manner
• Lead calmly, clearly and with respect
• Roll up your sleeves and are where your team needs you
• Have high requirements regarding quality and presentation
• Understand that a perfect event is the result of many people playing well together

Why the Château de l-Étang?

• Our banquet activity is exceptionally varied.
• From small private parties to weddings in historic rooms to large events, every day offers a different challenge.
• You will have responsibilities, leeway and the possibility to develop our banquet cuisine together with an experienced kitchen team.
• And all this in a workplace that one does not find every day: the Château de l-Étang in Bottmingen, at the gates of Basel.
• Attractive benefits via our benefits platform

We look forward to your application!