Northern California - Regional Chef – Backstage Artist Catering & Hospitality
About The Position
Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Live Nation’s Concerts Division fosters a fun and upbeat work culture with perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support. They are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine’s “50 Companies that Care”. Live Nation Entertainment delivers exceptional backstage experiences for artists, crew, and touring teams. The Backstage Hospitality team is passionate, detail-oriented, and committed to “over the top” service standards. They are seeking a skilled and adaptable Chef who thrives in fast-paced, show-driven environments and understands the elevated expectations of artist catering.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chef or Cook in high-volume catering, hospitality, hotel, or event environments
- Experience working with specialty diets (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, allergy-sensitive menus)
- Strong understanding of buffet execution, family meal service, and elevated backstage hospitality standards
- Hands-on experience with commercial kitchen equipment
- Current Food Handler’s Card and thorough knowledge of sanitation regulations
- Strong time management skills and ability to execute against tight show-day timelines
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and solutions-oriented under pressure
- Excellent communication skills in fast-moving environments
- Ability to take direction while working independently with accountability
- High attention to detail and commitment to presentation standards
Nice To Haves
- Thrives in a dynamic, ever-changing live entertainment environment
- Understands that artist hospitality requires discretion, flexibility, and elevated service
- Brings creativity while respecting rider requirements
- Takes ownership of kitchen operations and supports a positive team culture
Responsibilities
- Execute backstage catering for artists and crew, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, specialty diets, and rider-specific requests
- Prepare high-quality main dishes, appetizers, desserts, and specialty snacks with attention to presentation and dietary requirements
- Review artist riders in advance and ensure all culinary needs are met accurately and professionally
- Develop prep lists and production timelines aligned with show schedules and load-in times
- Maintain all-day snack and beverage areas per Live Nation hospitality standards
- Ensure proper food storage, rotation, freshness, and waste control
- Maintain strict compliance with health department regulations and Live Nation safety standards
- Lead kitchen opening and closing procedures at venues
- Collaborate with Backstage Director and Hospitality Supervisors to execute seamless show-day operations
- Adapt quickly to last-minute changes common in live event environments
- Travel between venues is required
Benefits
- free concert tickets
- dog-friendly offices
- student loan reimbursement
- adoption/fertility support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
