Event Chef - Large Scale Catering

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Medical aid coverage

Diverse venues

Team oriented

Job summary

Placements24 in the Richards Bay area is seeking an experienced Event Chef to manage culinary operations for large-scale catering events. You will prepare high-quality food for diverse functions, ensure efficient kitchen workflow, and lead a team of catering staff.

This role requires strong culinary skills across cuisines, the ability to work under pressure, and a strict focus on food safety, hygiene and sanitation in all preparation and service areas.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Chef or in a similar high-volume catering role.
• Strong culinary skills across various cuisines and cooking methods.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with a focus on efficiency.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing event requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for large-scale events, adhering to established recipes and quality standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations during events, ensuring smooth workflow and timely service.
• Manage and train catering staff, assigning tasks and ensuring efficient teamwork.
• Maintain strict standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation in all preparation and service areas.
• Collaborate with the Catering Manager on menu planning and event logistics.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Culinary excellence

Team leadership

Food safety compliance

Time management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and adaptable Event Chef to manage and execute culinary operations for large-scale catering events in the Richards Bay area. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality food for diverse events, ensuring efficient kitchen workflow, and leading a team of catering staff. This role demands creativity, precision under pressure, and the ability to maintain exceptional standards in a dynamic event setting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding culinary experiences, contributing significantly to client satisfaction and the company's reputation for excellence in event catering.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for large-scale events, adhering to established recipes and quality standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations during events, ensuring smooth workflow and timely service.
• Manage and train catering staff, assigning tasks and ensuring efficient teamwork.
• Maintain strict standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation in all preparation and service areas.
• Collaborate with the Catering Manager on menu planning and event logistics.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Chef or in a similar high-volume catering role.
• Strong culinary skills across various cuisines and cooking methods.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with a focus on efficiency.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing event requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on experience.
• Overtime pay for event hours exceeding standard work week.
• Comprehensive medical aid coverage.
• Opportunities to work at diverse and exciting event venues.
• Team-oriented work environment focused on delivering exceptional client experiences.