Thursday-Sunday La Table du Château is a growing French-inspired catering and private chef company serving Maryland and the greater DC area. We are looking for a reliable, energetic Catering Prep & Farmers Market Cook to join our team. This is a hands-on role combining cooking and food preparation in our catering kitchen , kitchen cleaning and organization, catering support, and cooking at farmers markets and pop-up events. Responsibilities Cook and prepare food in our catering kitchen for catering orders, private events, and farmers markets Prep ingredients and prepare sauces, salads, sandwiches, baked goods, and other menu items Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, prep areas, dishes, and workspaces throughout and at the end of shifts Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe catering kitchen Cook and assemble food to order during farmers markets and events Package and organize catering orders Assist with market and event setup, breakdown, loading, and unloading Follow recipes, portioning, and food-quality standards Provide friendly and professional customer service during markets and events Requirements Must be available Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Must have reliable transportation due to early-morning shifts and varying work locations Must be able to safely lift and carry 35+ lbs. Must be able to successfully pass a background check Must be reliable and punctual Comfortable standing and working on your feet for extended periods Comfortable with both cooking and cleaning responsibilities Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen and market environment Able to follow recipes and directions consistently Previous kitchen, catering, restaurant, food truck, or farmers market experience preferred Comfortable driving a catering van is a plus, but not required Schedule Regular availability is required Thursday through Sunday . Shifts may include catering kitchen prep and cooking, cleaning and organization, catering events, and weekend farmers markets. Farmers market shifts can begin early in the morning. Additional hours may be available for private dinners, festivals, catering events, and seasonal events. About La Table du Château La Table du Château is a locally owned French and European-inspired catering company specializing in handcrafted food, private chef experiences, corporate catering, farmers markets, and community events. We are a small, growing team looking for someone who takes pride in good food, keeps a clean and organized workspace, works well with others, and can be counted on during busy service.
Pay:
$17-$21 per hour, based on experience
Pay:
$17.00 - $21.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 25.0 per week