Catering Chef

Hello Nori Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hello Nori Inc. in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Catering Chef to own Hello Nori's catering culinary operations, taking events from planning and preparation through execution while ensuring our food, presentation, staffing, timing and guest experience meet the Hello Nori standard.

You will lead the culinary execution of all catering events, review requirements, build production and prep plans, determine staffing, coordinate food prep, transport, setup, service and breakdown, and train the

Qualifications

• Experience leading catering events from planning to execution.
• FOODSAFE Level 1 certification required; Level 2 an asset.
• Strong organizational and communication skills under time pressure.
• Valid driver's licence is an asset for site visits.
• Experience in high-volume off-premise culinary leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary execution of all catering events.
• Review event requirements, guest counts, menus, timelines, and requests.
• Build production and prep plans for upcoming catering events.
• Determine kitchen staffing and labour based on event size.
• Coordinate food preparation, packing, transportation readiness, setup, service, and breakdown.
• Train and develop catering kitchen team members.
• Work with the Catering and Event Coordinator and Production Chef on scheduling and space needs.
• Conduct post-event reviews and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Be available for events including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Catering leadership

Event production management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Compensation

$50,000 to $60,000 CAD annually, based on qualifications and experience

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Catering Chef to take ownership of Hello Nori's catering culinary operations. This position is responsible for taking each catering event from planning and preparation through execution, ensuring our food, presentation, staffing, timing, and guest experience consistently represent the Hello Nori standard.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning and Execution

• Lead the culinary execution of all catering events
• Review event requirements, guest counts, menus, timelines, and special requests
• Build production and prep plans for upcoming catering events
• Determine appropriate kitchen staffing and labour requirements based on event size and complexity
• Coordinate food preparation, packing, transportation readiness, setup, service, and breakdown
• Lead and supervise catering kitchen staff during preparation and events
• Train and develop catering kitchen team members

Quality and Standards

• Maintain Hello Nori standards for food quality, portioning, presentation, and consistency
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards both in the kitchen and at event locations

Inventory and Cost Control

• Manage catering inventory, ordering, equipment, smallwares, and product requirements
• Monitor catering food cost, waste, labour, and operational efficiency

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate closely with the Catering and Event Coordinator and other departments
• Partner with the Production Chef on shared Club Kitchen scheduling, equipment, and space needs
• Conduct post-event reviews and identify opportunities to improve execution

Availability

• Be available for events based on business needs, including evenings and weekends

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, banquet, or high-volume off-premise culinary leadership
• Proven experience managing event production from planning through execution
• FOODSAFE Level 1 certification required, Level 2 an asset
• Valid driver's licence considered an asset for event site visits
• Strong organizational and communication skills, comfortable working under time pressure