Catering Event Chef
Roles and Responsibilities
· Follow prep lists in a quick, efficient, and accurate manner
· Label and stock ingredients on shelves so they are easily accessible to teammates
· Follow recipes and prepare food according to company standards
· Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
· Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.
· Complete your event pack out for your assigned event.
· Check out each component of your event’s menu with the FOH event manager
· Take instructions and assist with load in and load out duties.
· Properly pack ingredients/ menu items to ensure proper delivery to event.
· Complete all “on-premises” cooking, finishing, plating, and garnishing.
· Maintain all health and safety standards for personnel and safe food service.
· Be able to manage a timeline for an event from start to finish ensuring proper execution of menu chosen by the clients.
· Work with front of house managers to stay on track, execute special requests and go with the flow!
Qualifications and Education Requirements
· 2+ years of experience as a Chef in a catering setting (preferred)
· Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
· Capable of delegating multiple tasks
· Communication and leadership skills
· Keep up with cooking best practices
· Keep up with current culinary trends
YOU ENVISION IT
WE BRING IT TO LIFE
Your wedding day, your corporate event, your family celebration. Whatever the occasion, Rocky Top Catering’s award-winning team of chefs and event managers will bring your vision to life. We are a full-service premier wedding, corporate and special event caterer serving the Triangle area and beyond. We take a tailored approach to every client we serve, customizing all the details — menus, presentation and decor — to your desire.