Chef & Event Executive - Guildford

Pasta Evangelists Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a leading Italian restaurant as an Event Host for Cooking Masterclasses. If you love Italian cuisine and enjoy engaging with people, this role offers a unique opportunity to share your passion while creating memorable experiences for guests. You will host events, teach pasta-making, and ensure every guest leaves inspired. With competitive pay and opportunities for growth, this role is perfect for pasta lovers eager to make an impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Regular team socials

28 days holiday

Complimentary staff food and drinks

Qualifications

• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and guiding participants.
• Food knowledge and skill with fresh ingredients are essential.

Responsibilities

• Host engaging events teaching pasta making to small groups.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and manage product stock.
• Adhere to health, safety, and food hygiene protocols.

Skills

Communication

Passion for Italian cuisine

Event management

Job description

Chef & Event Executive - Guildford

Department: Restaurants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Guildford - Restaurant

Reporting To: Store General Manager

Description

Are you passionate about Italian cuisine and love connecting with people? Do you have a flair for entertaining and creating memorable experiences? We invite you to join Pasta Evangelists as an Event Host for Italian Cooking Masterclasses!

What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists:

• Host engaging events for small groups (around 15 people), teaching pasta making and sharing your love of Italian food.
• Ensure guests leave satisfied, inspired, and motivated to recommend us, securing positive reviews on Google and TripAdvisor.
• Sourcing and preparing antipasto dishes tailored to dietary needs, enhancing authenticity.
• Manage product stock, rotation, and daily orders based on class schedules.
• Set up the event space to high standards, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Collaborate with our Events team and attend workshops led by Chef Roberta to develop your skills.
• Participate in staff meetings and communicate any issues to management.
• Adhere to health, safety, and food hygiene protocols, completing all necessary documentation.
• Full-time roles typically involve around 8 events per week, with additional classes during busy periods.
• Positions are available for full and part-time hours, including weekends and some evenings.

Who are you:

• You enjoy interacting with people and have a talent for making everyone feel comfortable. Your enthusiasm is contagious, and you enjoy engaging audiences.
• You have a passion for Italian cuisine, especially pasta, and wish to share that passion. Professional chef experience is not necessary; food knowledge and skill with fresh ingredients are essential.
• You are comfortable speaking in front of groups and can guide participants through pasta-making clearly and confidently.
• You pride yourself on delivering flawless events and ensuring every guest has an exceptional experience.
• You enjoy preparing, presenting, and delivering a variety of pasta dishes tailored to different tastes and dietary needs.
• You will be an integral part of our events team, contributing to the business's success.
• You are available to host events from Thursday to Sunday, leading 2-3 classes per day as needed.
• We offer training to develop your technical and managerial skills, whether you're seeking entry-level employment or a new career opportunity.
• ...A pasta lover!

What we can offer:

• Competitive salary to attract top talent
• A dynamic, fast-moving, and diverse team
• Growing business with ample opportunities for advancement
• Regular team socials and pasta tastings
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Complimentary staff food and drinks during shifts

Who we are:
ARA Pasta is the first franchise partner of Pasta Evangelists, operating restaurants in South London and South East England. Our ambitious growth plans offer exciting career development opportunities. We are seeking driven individuals to lead us through our next growth phase.