Chef Lead at Fireside Catering LLC

Burlington, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Leadership, Meal Plating, Food Safety, Sanitation Guidelines, Menu Execution, Team Management, High-Volume Catering, Ingredient Preparation, Communication Skills, Mentoring, Time Management, Box Truck Driving

Industry

Events Services

Description

Description A Chef Lead works in both the Commissary in Burlington and weekends on the off-premise events. As a Chef Lead at Fireside Catering, you will be responsible for leading a small team of cooks prepping ingredients in the commissary for high end weddings in a scratch kitchen. On Events: As a Chef Lead you will typically lead 3 or more cooks in the preparation and plating of meals according to the event timeline. Menus often include hors ‘d oeuvres, first course, entrée, cake cutting, dessert and late-night food for 50 to 200+ person events. The ideal candidate will have a background in a high-volume restaurant or catering environment, leadership experience and a strong attention to detail. The Perks: Flexible full or part-time scheduling. We can make the schedule work around any other obligations you may have Full-time hours achieved when combining commissary prep team leadership with being a Lead Chef on events Additional compensation of $100 per shift with ability to drive a 14’ to 16’ box truck to events Employee dining discount – 25% off food for you and a guest at Webber Restaurant Group Restaurants Daily family meal Employee referral bonus - get paid to work with your friends! Training and opportunities for growth! comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision). Paid vacation benefit after 3 (three) months 401k with an annual match Employee Assistance Program The Responsibilities: Follow recipes and directions while leading your team to ensure that all unique menu items are prepared and presented consistently and to high-quality standards Work with other kitchen staff members and Front of the House staff efficiently and effectively Ensure that all food is prepared and presented in accordance with food safety and sanitation guidelines Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area, including proper storage and labeling of all food items The Requirements: Must be able to lift 30 lbs. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Desire to mentor and develop new culinary staff Take pride in your job – We use ingredients from our own farm, The Farm at Gibbet Hill and many local vendors. Strong communication skills, ability to follow direction and ability to work in a fast-paced team environment The Webber Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer Requirements Must be able to lift 30 lbs. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Desire to mentor and develop new culinary staff Take pride in your job – We use ingredients from our own farm, The Farm at Gibbet Hill and many local vendors. Strong communication skills, ability to follow direction and ability to work in a fast paced team environment

Responsibilities

Lead a team of cooks in a scratch kitchen to prepare high-end wedding ingredients and manage off-premise event plating. Ensure all menu items are presented consistently and adhere to strict food safety and sanitation standards.