Professional Chef - Washington, DC

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

flexible schedule
Opportunity to share culinary passion
Work in luxury residential settings
Networking with community members
professional growth
Enjoyable work environment

Job Description

Flamingo is an innovative all-in-one resident engagement mobile app designed to enhance the living experience in luxury residential apartment buildings. Our platform offers an array of premium services including well-curated resident events, diverse fitness classes, and personalized concierge services. We pride ourselves on creating vibrant community environments where residents can connect, learn, and enjoy unique activities without leaving the comforts of their home complex. Flamingo is committed to transforming residential living by providing exceptional experiences that blend convenience, entertainment, and wellness.

We are currently seeking experienced, passionate chefs to join our team as freelance culinary instructors and event caterers. This role is perfect for certified or licensed chefs who have a flair for sharing their cooking expertise through engaging classes and catering exquisite events for our residents. As a Flamingo Pro Chef, you will be responsible for facilitating a diverse range of cooking classes—including sushi, pasta, desserts, Italian cuisine, and more—and for catering at resident events such as cooking parties and culinary gatherings. We believe that food is a powerful medium for connection, education, and entertainment, and we want chefs who can bring energy, professionalism, and creativity to each event.

The position requires availability mainly on weekday evenings from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, with additional opportunities on weekends to cater to resident schedules. You will become the face of Flamingo at these events, responsible for creating a memorable experience by being upbeat and engaging. This means arriving on time to organize your setup, ensuring every event begins and ends punctually, and maintaining effective communication with our team regarding attendance and feedback. Taking photos during events to capture memorable moments is also part of the responsibility.

This freelance opportunity provides flexible scheduling and a chance to connect with a vibrant community of residents in luxury living spaces. Pay rates are negotiable, reflecting your certification, expertise, and experience. While immediate placement may depend on demand, qualified candidates will be contacted as opportunities arise. If you are passionate about culinary arts and community engagement and want to utilize your skills in dynamic residential settings, Flamingo invites you to apply and become a valued member of our innovative platform.

Job Requirements

  • Able to facilitate a wide variety of cooking classes including sushi, pasta, desserts, Italian, and more
  • Available Monday - Friday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm with availability on weekends
  • Be the face of Flamingo by being professional, upbeat and engaging
  • Arrive prior to each event to get set-up and organized
  • Ensure events start and end on time
  • Take photos at assigned events
  • Communicate and provide post-event feedback
  • Have access to email and phone communication
  • Be able to input attendance data after each event

Job Qualifications

  • Be a certified or licensed chef
  • Experience facilitating cooking classes and/or providing catering services for events
  • 2-3 years of experience preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to engage groups in an educational and entertaining manner

Job Duties

  • Facilitate a wide variety of cooking classes including sushi, pasta, desserts, Italian, and more
  • Provide catering services for resident events and culinary gatherings
  • Arrive prior to each event to set up and organize
  • Ensure events start and end on time
  • Engage professionally and enthusiastically with customers to deliver the best experience
  • Take photos at assigned events to capture moments
  • Communicate post-event feedback and attendance data to the Flamingo team

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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