Chef

Chef Seacoast Beach Club Miami Beach, FL Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Pre-cooking preparation ServSafe Team leadership Plating Leading team collaboration initiatives Managing kitchen staff Leadership Kitchen stations Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description We are looking for a chef to help us to plan, prepare and cook food for special occasions like weddings, corporate parties, birthday parties etc. They are responsible for making sure groups of people get high-quality meals served on time. The chef handles everything from menu creation to kitchen setup and final food presentation. They manage back-of-restaurant kitchen teams and must stay calm in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities •

Menu Planning :

Create custom menus that match the event theme and satisfy special dietary restrictions. •

Food Preparation :

Wash, chop, marinate, and prep ingredients in bulk before the event starts. •

On-Site Cooking :

Set up cooking stations and cook meals quickly under tight schedules. •

Team Leadership :

Direct and train line cooks, food preppers, and plating crews. •

Kitchen Logistics :

Pack up food and cooking gear, load catering carts, and arrange mobile kitchen layouts. •

Food Safety :

Enforce strict sanitation rules to keep food fresh and safe for guests.

Inventory Control :

Order the right amount of ingredients to prevent food waste and stay on budget. Skills and Requirements •

Culinary Training :

At least 3+ years of experience /restaurant or catering. •

Adaptability :

Ability to work in strange or temporary kitchen spaces with changing timelines. •

Physical Stamina :

Capability to stand for many hours and lift heavy cooking equipment up to 50 pounds. •

Leadership :

Great communication skills to manage kitchen staff and work with front-of-house servers.

Certifications :

Up-to-date food safety licenses, like a ServSafe certification Working Conditions This role requires a highly flexible schedule. Our events are mostly on weekends, nights, and holidays when major parties take place.

Work Location:

In person