Event Chef

Elizabeth, NJ, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Exact $65,000.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Pet Insurance Discounts

Family meal provided

On site educational classes

Job Description

Bastion Hospitality LLC is a leading company in the hospitality sector, well-regarded for its commitment to delivering extraordinary experiences to its guests and staff alike. Specializing in providing high-quality catering services, Bastion Hospitality caters to a wide variety of events including weddings, corporate functions, private parties, and other special occasions. With a team of dedicated hospitality professionals, the company operates with a mission centered around financial responsibility and a positive work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.

At Bastion Hospitality, the culture stands on core values such as respect for team members, guests, partners, and the environment... Show More

Job Requirements

Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred
3+ years experience in catering, events or banquet kitchens
Proven experience leading culinary teams at weddings, corporate or large-scale functions
Food safety certification such as ServSafe or local equivalent
Valid driver's license if travel or transporting equipment is required

Job Qualifications

Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred
Minimum 3 years experience in catering, events or banquet kitchens
Proven experience leading culinary teams at weddings, corporate or large-scale functions
Food safety certification such as ServSafe or local equivalent
Strong menu development and cost control skills
Valid driver's license if travel or transporting equipment is required
Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Knowledge of dietary restrictions and allergen management including gluten-free, vegan, kosher, halal
Familiarity with on-site mobile kitchen equipment and staging
Basic budgeting and inventory software familiarity such as Kitchen CUT, MarketMan, Excel

Job Duties

Create seasonal, costed menus aligned with client needs, dietary restrictions and event themes
Consult with clients and event planners to finalize menu, service style, timelines and special requests
Oversee all food preparation, plating, finishing and quality control on event days
Recruit, train and supervise culinary staff, assign stations and manage on-site kitchen flow
Manage food inventory, place orders, control food costs and minimize waste
Plan for and coordinate equipment, transport, on-site set-up and breakdown
Enforce hygiene, allergen protocols and local health regulations, maintain food safety certifications
Prepare quotes, control labor and food costs, report on event profitability
Adapt menus and workflows in real time to address last-minute changes or issues
Oversee clean-up, equipment return and post-event feedback collection

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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