Event Chef: Creative On-Site Catering Lead

Lyle Pearson; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Puff 'n Stuff Catering is looking for creative, skillful chefs to join our off-site catering team and "passionately perfect life's celebrations".

Event Chef duties include on-site food preparation for plated and buffet service, following Executive Chef and Lead Event Chef instructions, and maintaining strict food handling standards. You will work with a team at various venues and in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have knife skills and batch cooking experience.
• Knowledge of heating, holding and plating techniques.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in teams.
• High School diploma or equivalent and approved food handling certification.
• Fluent English communication and strong written skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food on-site for catered events, plated and buffet.
• Plate meals according to Executive Chef and Lead Event Chef instructions.
• Practice safe food handling procedures at all times.
• Show up on-time, in uniform with a positive attitude.
• Participate in event set up and break down with the service team.
• Be prepared to work in all types of weather, indoors or outdoors.

Skills

Knife skills

Batch cooking

Heating & plating techniques

Fluent English

Teamwork

Reliable transportation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Puff 'n Stuff Catering is looking for creative, skillful chefs to join our off-site catering team and "passionately perfect life's celebrations".

Event Chef duties include on-site food preparation for plated and buffet service, following Executive Chef and Lead Event Chef instructions, and maintaining strict food handling standards. You will work with a team at various venues and in all weather conditions.