What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Lead Chef position at Occasions Denver Inc?
Title: Event Lead Chef
Department: Culinary
Supervisor: Executive Chef
Job Type: Hourly $22-$26, Part Time or Full Time
Department: Culinary
Supervisor: Executive Chef
Job Type: Hourly $22-$26, Part Time or Full Time
Apply online by completing an application at Occasionsdenver.com
OVERVIEW
Occasions Catering, Denver’s longest-serving catering company of over 50 years, is always looking for quality individuals with a passion for the hospitality industry. We cater all over the Denver Metro and in the mountains. We are looking for flexible availability, a great eye for detail, and a strong work ethic.
Opportunity for growth. Occasions fosters a culture of promoting from within. We ground our operations in the values of Create The Magic, Every Moment Matters, Next Level Teamwork, It's Bigger than Us!
Occasions Catering, Denver’s longest-serving catering company of over 50 years, is always looking for quality individuals with a passion for the hospitality industry. We cater all over the Denver Metro and in the mountains. We are looking for flexible availability, a great eye for detail, and a strong work ethic.
Opportunity for growth. Occasions fosters a culture of promoting from within. We ground our operations in the values of Create The Magic, Every Moment Matters, Next Level Teamwork, It's Bigger than Us!
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
Checks food quanities and quality prior to travel to the event
Loading and unloading of catering equipment from trucks and vans.
Directs on site team in the Efficient production of menu items for events based on direction from a BEO (Banquet Event Order) or specific direction from kitchen leaderships
Manage multiple production tasks from a prep sheet
Manage multiple production tasks from a prep sheet
Produce menu items from a recipe using multiple cooking styles and techniques
Follow all cleaning and sanitization procedures and schedules
Adapt to an everchanging environment based on event volume and needs
Participate in good decision-making and problem solving when needed.
Work closely with a team of chefs, service staff and kitchen leadership.
Follow all cleaning and sanitization procedures and schedules
Adapt to an everchanging environment based on event volume and needs
Participate in good decision-making and problem solving when needed.
Work closely with a team of chefs, service staff and kitchen leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous Restaurant or Banquet cooking experience preferred
- Previous Culinary Training Required
- Ability to function and act independently
- Ability to work well with people, in a team environment, and to communicate effectively.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment, under short time constraints, and within
- established deadlines.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including extended hours, weekends, and holidays.
- Understand various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
- Ability to follow directions, adapt quickly and make changes when needed.
- Knowledge of fine dining, wine, and bartending a plus
- Access to reliable transportation
Physical demands and abilities
Frequently walking and standing for extended periods of time, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary.
Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
Frequently walking and standing for extended periods of time, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary.
Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Occasions cares about merit, experience, and other job-related criteria. We recruit, hire, and manage without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, pregnancy, or veteran status.
Salary : $22 - $26