On-Call/Part-Time Production Chef Set The Table Personal Chef Services Inc. Redondo Beach, CA Job Details Contract $20 - $25 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Teamwork Food service health code compliance Food service workstation cleanliness Customer service Kitchen knives Basic math Food portioning Attention to detail Baking ingredient preparation Weight measurement Clean workspace maintenance Measuring ingredients Quality control experience within food and beverage industry Decorating baked goods Food preparation equipment operation Food Handler Certification Time management Full Job Description Job Overview On-Call / Part-Time Production Chef W•e are an established luxury, personal chef and culinary company serving Los Angeles, and are looking for experienced chefs to join our on-call culinary team• for weekly meal service, private clients and special events. We cook from scratch using high-quality ingredients and prepare a wide variety of cuisines for clients with different dietary needs. This is a fast-paced production kitchen , so we are looking for chefs who are organized, efficient, confident and excellent at following recipes. What we're looking for: Minimum 3 years of professional culinary experience Strong meal-prep, catering, production kitchen, personal/private chef or restaurant experience Excellent knife skills and ability to work efficiently with multiple recipes at once Comfortable preparing a wide variety of cuisines and accommodating dietary restrictions and allergies Excellent at reading and scaling recipes, kitchen math, weighing and portioning food Strong attention to detail, organization and time management Team-oriented, professional and receptive to feedback Food Handler's Certificate required Reliable transportation required

Schedule:

This is an on-call/part-time position , with our primary production days on Thursdays and Fridays at our commercial kitchen in Redondo Beach. Additional opportunities may be available for private clients, events and other production days.

Compensation:

$20 -$25 /hour, based on experience and position, with opportunities for additional hours and growth. We are based in Manhattan Beach and operate from a professional commercial kitchen in Redondo Beach. Events and private-client work may take place throughout Los Angeles and surrounding areas. To apply, please submit your resume and a brief introduction about your culinary experience and availability . Qualified candidates will be invited to interview and may be asked to complete a paid working interview in our kitchen. Duties Prepare recipes for weekly meal service, custom clients, private clients, catering and events Follow recipes exactly, including scaling, substitutions and dietary requirements Prep and cook proteins, vegetables, grains, sauces and other menu components Work efficiently across multiple recipes and production tasks at the same time Use kitchen scales and portion food accurately to client specifications Maintain consistency in taste, texture, appearance and portion size Label, cool, store and organize food properly during production Assist with packing and final quality checks when needed Maintain a clean, organized and food-safe workstation Communicate clearly with the lead chef and team throughout production Help keep production on schedule and alert the team quickly if there is a problem with a recipe, ingredient or timing Assist with event prep and off-site culinary work when scheduled Requirements Proven experience in food production, baking, or pastry preparation within a commercial kitchen or food industry setting Strong knife skills and proficiency in cake decorating techniques Knowledge of food safety standards and ability to maintain a clean workspace at all times Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently under pressure Basic math skills for measuring ingredients accurately and managing portion sizes Excellent attention to detail with a focus on recipe adherence and quality control Customer service mindset with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment High-volume production experience is preferred but not required; enthusiasm for learning is essential Food handling certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire is advantageous Join us as an On-Call/Part-Time Production Chef where your culinary skills will shine! Bring your passion for baking and food preparation into a lively environment that values quality, safety, and teamwork. This role offers the chance to develop your culinary career while contributing to delightful customer experiences every day.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement

Work Location:

In person