Catering Event/Prep Cook

Event Cook

We are a fast-growing full-service catering company delivering exceptional food and service for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. We're looking for motivated, reliable team members who thrive in a team-oriented, event-driven environment and take pride in their work.

As an Event Cook, you'll have the opportunity to work hands-on in both kitchen and event settings, collaborate with experienced culinary and front-of-house professionals, and execute thoughtfully curated menus from start to finish. We value adaptability, attention to detail, and a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Our kitchens operate with clear systems, strong communication, and a shared commitment to food safety and quality.

Our Values

We value team members who show up ready to work, follow standards, and support one another through busy event days. We also value sustainable workloads and respect our team's time, allowing BOH professionals to grow their careers without constant burnout.

We value initiative, reliability, and a willingness to learn, and we recognize strong performance with opportunities for continued growth and advancement.

If you're passionate about food, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences, we'd love to have you join us!

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute prep lists efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner

• Label, organize, and stock ingredients to ensure accessibility for team members

• Prepare food in accordance with established recipes and company standards

• Perform additional kitchen duties as assigned

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including dishwashing, surface sanitization, and waste removal

• Follow direction and assist with event load-in and load-out as needed

• Properly pack ingredients and menu items to ensure safe and accurate delivery to events

• Complete all on-site cooking, finishing, plating, and garnishing

• Adhere to all health, safety, and food sanitation standards

• Manage event timelines from start to finish to ensure proper execution of client-selected menus

• Collaborate with Front of House (FOH) managers to remain on schedule, accommodate special requests, and adapt as needed

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Chef or Cook in a catering environment

• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities

• Effective communication skills

• Working knowledge of current cooking best practices and culinary trends

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

• Availability to work Saturdays and Sundays

Compensation

• Competitive hourly pay up to $25 hourly based on experience

• Yearly raises based on performance

• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company

• We love to promote within!

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as business needs require.

This a part-time position with the possibility of growing and working full-time.