Assistant Prep/Event Chef

Hightop Hospitality Catering; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hightop Hospitality is seeking an Assistant Prep/Event Chef for Stonehouse Catering at Five Event Center in Minneapolis, MN. The position pays $18.00–$22.00 per hour and offers a part-time, year-round schedule with about 3 days per week and extra hours during peak season.

The role is hands-on, fast-paced, and focuses on building strong pastry skills while supporting the team to bring memorable events to life in a professional catering kitchen.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience.
• Basic understanding of reading and converting recipes, basic kitchen techniques, knife skills, and health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional organization and communication skills.
• Availability for early mornings, weekdays, and weekends.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist prep and event execution in a high-volume kitchen.
• Develop foundational pastry skills while supporting the team.
• Maintain accuracy and organization in fast-paced catering environments.

Skills

Cooking experience

Recipe reading

Kitchen techniques

Knife skills

Health and safety

Organization

Communication

Early mornings availability

Weekend availability

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Reliability & punctuality

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Assistant Prep/Event Chef | $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Location: FIVE Event Center – Minneapolis, MN
Compensation: $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level
Schedule: 3 days per week (with additional hours during peak season)

About the Role:

Love cooking from scratch, working with a passionate team, and being part of events that people remember forever? Hightop Hospitality is looking to add an Assistant Prep/Event Chef to our company Stonehouse Catering, working alongside our Executive Chef.

This role is hands-on and fast-paced, perfect for someone who takes pride in consistency, organization, and craft. No two days are the same. You’ll work behind the scenes to bring events to life while building strong foundational pastry skills in a high-volume, professional kitchen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ year cooking experience
• Basic understanding of reading and converting recipes, basic kitchen techniques, knife skills, and health and safety regulations
• Exceptional organization and communication skills
• Availability for early mornings, weekdays, and weekends
• Self-motivated
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Schedule:

• Year-round role with consistent part-time hours and increased scheduling during peak event season (May through early November)
• Approximately 3 days per week (with additional hours during peak season)
• Shifts typically begin at 9am and run through daytime hours
• Regular availability required for Fridays and Saturdays during peak season

Who Thrives Here:

• People who enjoy hands-on, detail-oriented work
• Team players who communicate well in a kitchen environment
• Individuals who take pride in craftsmanship and consistency
• Adaptable problem-solvers who can handle high-volume production
• Those interested in growing a career in cooking

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Hands-on training and skill development in a professional catering kitchen
• Work on a wide variety of products
• Consistent year-round work with seasonal variety
• Supportive, team-focused environment
• Opportunities for growth within Hightop Hospitality

About Us:

Hightop Hospitality is a collection of restaurant and catering brands that are as much defined by the premium ingredients, unique recipes, and high-levels of service as the neighborhoods we serve. We are a team of passionate industry-leading professionals committed to genuine hospitality. Each of the Hightop Hospitality brands is developed and supported by one of the most experienced hospitality teams in the upper Midwest. Stonehouse Catering is the newest addition to the Hightop Brand. With a tireless dedication to the highest standards and unparalleled industry knowledge, our team is the driving force for over 30 successful restaurants, four catering companies, and six event venues. Learn more about us at https://hightophospitality.com/brands/.