Lead Event Chef

3 days ago


Orlando, Florida, United States Puff 'N Stuff Catering Full time
Job Overview

Puff 'n Stuff Catering is seeking a skilled and organized culinary professional to lead our back of house teams at off-site catering events. As a Lead Event Chef, you will be responsible for managing, motivating, and collaborating with the Event Supervisor to ensure exceptional service and timely execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and direct on-site culinary team members, ensuring attendance and uniform compliance.
  • Coordinate the unloading and setup of culinary areas and workstations, including mobile kitchens.
  • Provide positive leadership, offering regular feedback and coaching to the team.
  • Lead the team in preparing, heating, plating, and garnishing food according to the event timeline and Special Event Order (SEO).
  • Ensure the entire team follows safe food handling procedures before, during, and after the event.
  • Collaborate with the Event Supervisor to ensure all necessary food and equipment are loaded on the truck.
  • Drive to and from the event in the company truck with the Event Supervisor.

Requirements:

  • 2 years of culinary leadership experience in catering or a high-volume, upscale restaurant environment.
  • Working knowledge of various cooking techniques, including grilling, roasting, and baking for fish, steak, poultry, and pork.
  • Proficiency in batch, quantity cooking, and proper heating, holding, and plating techniques.
  • Familiarity with HACCP and health department guidelines.
  • Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to regularly lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with a developmental leadership style.
  • Food Handler Certification.
  • Fluent English language skills, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • FL Driver's License and clean driving record.

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