Conference Kitchen Chef - High-Volume Event Catering

Culinary Institue of America - California

Napa (CA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Culinary Institute of America - California is seeking an on-call Conference Cook to support high-level conference production under the direction of the Executive Chef - Conference Operations and leadership chef teams across Napa and St. Helena campuses.

You will contribute hands-on cooking, recipe execution, and demonstration support for diverse conferences. Responsibilities include accurate production of recipes, plating for service, minimizing waste, station setup and breakdown, and

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.
1–2 years cooking experience in restaurant/high-volume/banquet settings or currently enrolled in/ completed 3 semesters in a culinary program.
Associate's degree or equivalent industry experience preferred.
ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurate and expeditious production of recipes with sponsor products as listed in production books and recipes.
Food production and plating for service as directed by senior chefs.
Efficient production with minimal waste during all phases of recipe preparation, production, and service.
Set up and break down workstations and prep areas.
Assist guest chefs with production and demonstration setup.