Catering Kitchen Staff

Jamie Hollander Gourmet Foods • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Kitchen staff primary function is to execute all aspects of food service, under the direction of the Party Chef, in a variety of off premise settings. Execution includes food preparation, turnout, and kitchen breakdown as well as assisting in any way deemed necessary to ensure a successful catering event.

Requirements

• Kitchen experience, preferably in an off-site catering/event setting
• Professional knife skills and an eye for presentation
• Required tools: chef knife
• High level of accountability, responsibility, and attention to detail
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to help wherever needed
• Reading and verbal communication skills
• ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate, or comparable certification
• Willingness to work flexible hours, changing shifts and weekends based on business demands
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for 8+ hour shifts

Nice To Haves

• Experience/ability to drive a box-truck or cargo van
• Strong writing skills
• Experience in cooking for large crowds
• Time-management and organizational skills
• Experience in managing kitchen crews

Responsibilities

• Pack and load truck with food and kitchen supplies pre and post event
• Assist with inventorying food and kitchen items on-site
• Preparing, cooking and serving foods in all manners of service
• Maintaining foods and serving equipment within parameters of applicable food safety guidelines
• All aspects of sanitation and cleaning as relevant to catering events
• Communicate and attend pertinent meetings and training sessions with food, food administration or other departments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees