Event Assistant Chef

Event Assistant Chef

About SBR Events Group: We are a collection of two of Chicago's leading special event brands, all working collectively together to provide our clients with proven excellence in culinary, hospitality design, and production for their unique events. SBR Events Group brings tremendous opportunities for agile and passionate individuals looking to work hard in a dynamic, challenging, fun, and inspiring environment. We place integrity, teamwork, and kindness at the heart of what we do. We have created a culture where we are passionate about collaboration and hospitality and can care for each other and our customers by doing the right thing for the right reason.

Category: Food & Beverage

Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time

Position: Event Assistant Chef

Description: Position Summary: The Event Assistant Chef supports food preparation, kitchen setup, and event execution in an off-premise location. This role ensures all food is prepared, presented, and served according to company standards and event specifications. Success in this position requires attention to detail, efficiency in a fast-paced setting, and strong teamwork to deliver a seamless event experience.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare for each event by reviewing the Event Contract and menu to understand timing, menu items, and service expectations
• Assist with kitchen and event setup, ensuring all work areas are clean, organized, and ready for production and service
• Execute assigned tasks as directed by the Head Event Chef and support overall kitchen operations
• Participate in food preparation and production, including ingredient prep, cooking, assembly, and plating across all menu components
• Support the execution of hors d'oeuvres, stations, buffets, plated meals, and desserts
• Follow established timelines and ensure all food is ready for service as directed by the Head Chef and the Event Director
• Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to company standards throughout the event
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously to support an efficient and steady flow of service
• Maintain proper food handling, sanitation, and cleanliness practices in alignment with company policies and food safety requirements
• Assist with loading, unloading, and organizing equipment, supplies, and food for transport and service
• Properly store food items by wrapping, labeling, dating, and placing them in appropriate holding equipment
• Support full event execution from setup through service and post-event breakdown
• Interact professionally with guests, clients, and venue staff when needed
• Take direction from leadership and assist with additional tasks as needed to support event success
• Remain on-site until all food service responsibilities are complete and operational needs have been addressed
• Check out with the Event Director before departure to confirm completion of responsibilities

Performance Standards:

• Excellent communication and people skills, customer service
• The ability to multitask, make good decisions fast, and have good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a high-paced, high-pressure environment and be calm under pressure
• Punctuality
• Able to work in a team arrangement
• Demonstrate professionalism and strong customer service when interacting with guests, clients, venue staff, and team members
• A positive attitude and passion for serving others are essential
• Must have knowledge and understanding of various event functions as they pertain to food
• Must have solid knowledge of food techniques, quality control, and food safety standards
• Complete all required training and apply company standards in daily responsibilities

Position Requirements - Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; culinary degree preferred.
• One or two years of experience in a hospitality or event environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in English is required.
• Food Handlers Certificate and Serv Safe Manager's Food Safety Certification
• Physical requirements: This job requires an incumbent to be able to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and frequently lift to 50 pounds. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours). The employee may be regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. May also be required to taste or smell. Able to work in a fast-paced and hot environment with a noise level from moderate to high. Repetitive work is required.
• Schedule: Variable hours, weekend work, and holidays.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

This position is currently accepting applications.