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Event Cook (Cook 2/Cook 3)

24 Carrots Catering and Events

Event Cook (Cook 2/Cook 3)

We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to creating remarkable experiences for our clients while fostering a collaborative, engaged, and empowered workforce.

As an ideal Event Cook candidate, you are dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about food. You thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment and take pride in preparing high-quality dishes that support seamless event execution. You enjoy working as part of a team, learning from others, and ensuring that every plate reflects both precision and creativity.

As an Event Cook, you will support the preparation, setup, and execution of culinary operations across a variety of on-site and off-site events. You will prep, set up, and provide consistent, high-quality service across all areas of kitchen production. This includes following recipes to exact specifications, maintaining an organized workstation, and delivering consistent, high-quality results in a dynamic event-driven environment. You'll play an important role in ensuring every dish is prepared with care while contributing to a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.

This is a seasonal, event-based position with a schedule that varies based on business needs and event demand, with increased opportunities during peak seasons.

If this sounds like you, read on!

Professional, enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player.

Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high volume kitchen environment

Follow all food safety standards and state/local health regulations.

Prepare cold and hot foods to recipe specifications and portion standards.

Read and interpret event BEOs (Banquet Event Orders) to ensure accurate preparation.

Accurately measure, weigh, and mix ingredients.

Monitor food quality during prep and service.

Safely and effectively operate ovens, stoves, fryers, grills, and kitchen equipment.

Use knives and utensils correctly and safely.

Maintain workstation cleanliness, organization, and sanitation before, during, and after service.

Support kitchen setup and breakdown for both on-site and off-site events.

Must be available weekends Weekend availability is required (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday).

13 years of kitchen experience or current enrollment in a culinary education program (6+ months).

Must possess a valid California Food Handler's Card. Required within 30 days of hire.

Reliable transportation and clean driving record required.

Part-Time, Hourly / Non-Exempt

Cook 2: $20 - $23 per hour

Cook 3: $18 - $20 per hour

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company! Join our team and enjoy the benefits of a team that is invested in each other, where we measure success not only through the growth of our business, but the cultivation and growth of our people. Other benefits also include sick time and 401k retirement plan.

Let's Grow Together!

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and join a team of creative, energetic, passionate and dedicated people, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

24 Carrots Catering and Events
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