Event Chef-Omaha

Big Grove Brewery•Omaha, NE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Chef position prepares and executes food for private events. Events range from 20 people up to 250+ people. This person will work in close coordination with our Events Manager and event staff to understand and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s) promptly and efficiently. It’s an exciting role to show off culinary skills to wow our guests who book events with us.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 1 year of related experience.
Catering experience is preferred but not required.
Ability to look at business as a whole, communicate with all people, collaborate with all departments, work to solve organizational problems, and accomplish goals.
Contribute to and exemplify BGB values, vision, standards, and culture.

Nice To Haves

Catering experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare menus based on client needs, theme, dietary restrictions and budget in coordination with the Event Manager and CDC
Prepare, cook and present high-quality food for events varying in size
Ensure consistency in taste, appearance and quality; delivering exceptional food to provide an amazing guest experience
Attend weekly events meeting to develop game plan for events
Coordinate food production timelines
Oversee food setup, buffets, plated service or action stations
Assist in the set up/tear down for all special events
Make adjustments as needed during events to accommodate last minute changes
Ensure that all private events are staffed appropriately for BOH
Supervise and train kitchen staff and culinary event team members
Ability to delegate tasks and monitor staff performance during food preparation and service
Foster teamwork and maintain a positive work environment
Maintain safe, sanitary organized kitchen and event space
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards
Monitor proper food handling, storage and temperature controls
Ability to read and execute on BEO’s
Cost all food items appropriately and operate per budget
Must be able to understand and use Sysco Studio
Oversee deliveries for quality and accuracy
Meet with clients or Event Manager to discuss menu preference and special requests
Address client/guest concerns professionally before and during events
Ability to recommend menu items and upsell menu options
Coordinate transportation of food and equipment to off-site catering events
Ensure proper set up and operation of kitchen equipment at on/off-site events
Verifying all necessary supplies are available prior to event start time