Event Chef
About The Position
The Event Chef supports Duvall Catering & Events' culinary operations through food preparation, basic cooking, kitchen organization, event preparation, and general culinary support. This position is an entry-level culinary role designed for individuals who are dependable, hardworking, organized, and eager to learn. The Event Chef works closely with chefs and other culinary staff to ensure food is properly prepared, organized, and ready for events. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, follows instructions carefully, maintains a clean and organized workspace, and is willing to assist wherever needed to help the culinary team successfully execute each event.
Requirements
- Previous kitchen, restaurant, catering, or food-service experience preferred but not required.
- Basic understanding of food preparation and kitchen safety preferred.
- Willingness to learn and follow recipes and instructions.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Reliable and dependable.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to take direction and complete tasks independently once trained.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic food preparation according to recipes, prep lists, and chef direction.
- Wash, peel, cut, chop, slice, portion, and prepare ingredients.
- Prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, garnishes, and other components as directed.
- Portion and organize ingredients for upcoming events.
- Assist with assembling appetizers, hors d'oeuvres, buffet items, and other event food.
- Properly label, date, store, and organize prepared food and ingredients.
- Follow established recipes, portion standards, and preparation procedures.
- Perform basic cooking tasks under the direction of the chef or culinary leadership.
- Assist with cooking proteins, vegetables, starches, sauces, and other menu components.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and according to established procedures.
- Monitor food during preparation and communicate concerns to the chef.
- Assist with reheating, holding, and finishing food for events as directed.
- Assist with preparing food and equipment for catering events.
- Help organize food according to event-specific prep lists and BEO requirements.
- Portion and package food for transport when required.
- Assist chefs with loading and organizing food for events.
- Support on-site culinary teams during event execution when assigned.
- Assist with replenishment and food preparation during events as directed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
- Clean and sanitize food preparation surfaces, equipment, and tools.
- Properly store ingredients, equipment, and finished food.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.
- Assist with general kitchen cleaning and closing duties.
- Properly dispose of waste and maintain organized work areas.
- Follow direction from chefs, culinary managers, and supervisors.
- Work cooperatively with other members of the culinary and event teams.
- Communicate clearly regarding food preparation, inventory, equipment, or production concerns.
- Assist other team members when priorities change.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- Perform additional culinary and operational duties as assigned.
- Follow all Duvall Catering food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Maintain proper personal hygiene and food-handling practices.
- Follow proper temperature control procedures.
- Prevent cross-contamination through proper food handling and storage.
- Properly label, date, rotate, and store food products.
- Report food safety concerns to culinary leadership immediately.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
