Catering Banquet Chef

Catering Banquet Chef Express Employment Professionals - 3.8 Colorado Springs, CO Job Details Full-time $17 - $19 an hour 6 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Recipe adherence Food service health code compliance Removing debris ServSafe Food service cleaning Food portioning Food order assembly Mid-level Food service inventory management Food safety sanitizing procedures Catering equipment setup Banquet experience Assisting food service staff Kitchen stations Time management Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description Catering Banquet Chef West Side of Colorado Springs $17-$19/hour DOE Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire Opportunity We are partnering with a well-established, highly rated local restaurant and catering company on the west side of Colorado Springs to hire a Catering Banquet Chef to support their growing catering and events team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected, community-loved business known for its quality, reputation, and team-oriented culture. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, take pride in food presentation and execution, and want long-term growth potential with a company that values its people, this could be a great fit. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Competitive pay: $17-$19/hour DOE Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential Join a highly rated and respected local restaurant brand ‍ Energetic, team-oriented kitchen environment Growing catering division with advancement opportunities Variety of catering events and banquet-style food preparation Benefits Upon Direct Hire 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Dental insurance Paid sick leave Key Responsibilities Prepare and assemble menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and presentation expectations Support banquet and catering food production in a high-volume environment Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards at all times Assist with transporting food, supplies, and equipment to event locations Work effectively within mobile kitchen and off-site catering environments Store and manage food products according to food safety guidelines Assist with dishwashing, trash removal, kitchen cleanup, and deep cleaning as needed Communicate effectively with kitchen leadership and team members Support inventory management and proper product usage Learn prep duties and multiple kitchen stations to help support operations between catering events Maintain a professional attitude and high standard of excellence during events and service periods Qualifications 2-3 years of culinary or kitchen experience preferred Previous banquet, catering, or high-volume kitchen experience is a plus ServeSafe certification preferred Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly Strong multitasking and time management skills Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and attention to detail If you're looking for an opportunity to grow with a respected local company and be part of a dynamic culinary team, we'd love to connect with you.

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