Private Events Chef: Lead High-End Event Dining

Workstream; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

JOEY Restaurants is seeking a Private Events Chef to lead food preparation and supervise service for catered events. You will manage kitchen staff, ensure JOEY standards, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You will coordinate with the culinary team to deliver high-quality food and service, plan special events, oversee event kitchen operations, and ensure safety guidelines are followed. The role requires 1-3+ years culinary experience and a passion for hospitality.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years culinary experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain valid local and/or state Food Handler certifications.
• 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 of time; lift and carry up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute special events.
• Organize food preparation and supervise service for events.
• Oversee the work of the private event kitchen team.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure high-quality food and service.
• Follow safety guidelines for equipment and cleaning products; report issues to leadership.
• Coordinate with other stations to ensure quick, precise menu execution.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food Handler certification

Hospitality mindset

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

JOEY Restaurants is seeking a Private Events Chef to lead food preparation and supervise service for catered events. You will manage kitchen staff, ensure JOEY standards, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You will coordinate with the culinary team to deliver high-quality food and service, plan special events, oversee event kitchen operations, and ensure safety guidelines are followed. The role requires 1-3+ years culinary experience and a passion for hospitality.