Private Events Chef — Create World‑Class Catering

JOEY Restaurant Group; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Discounted employee shift meals

10% discount for self and guests

Referral bonus program

Paid sick leave

Job summary

JOEY Restaurant Group seeks a Private Events Chef for their new location in Santa Clara, California. The role involves overseeing food preparation and service for catered events, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring high culinary standards are met. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years of culinary experience, passion for hospitality, and must possess or obtain valid Food Handler certifications. The position offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years culinary experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain valid local and/or state Food Handler certifications.
• Possess a passion for hospitality and a proven track record of creating world-class hospitality experiences.
• Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
• Be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods; frequent bending, reaching, stretching; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Organizing food preparation and supervising service for catered events.
• Managing kitchen staff and ensuring standards are met.
• Planning and executing special events.
• Collaborating with the culinary team to ensure high-quality food and service.
• Following safety guidelines for kitchen equipment and cleaning.
• Utilizing various preparation and cooking methods.

Skills

Culinary experience

Hospitality

Communication skills

Education

Food Handler certifications

Job description

JOEY Restaurant Group seeks a Private Events Chef for their new location in Santa Clara, California. The role involves overseeing food preparation and service for catered events, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring high culinary standards are met. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years of culinary experience, passion for hospitality, and must possess or obtain valid Food Handler certifications. The position offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for career development.