About the Role
Great Pines is seeking an experienced, hands-on Event Chef to lead culinary execution for weddings, private events, and special functions in the Adirondacks. This role involves preparing and executing menus with consistent quality, building prep lists, organizing production, and supporting culinary staff during event service.
Responsibilities
- Lead culinary execution for weddings, private events, and special functions
- Prepare and execute menus with consistent quality, presentation, and timing
- Build prep lists and organize kitchen production
- Lead and support culinary staff during event service
- Coordinate with Events and Front-of-House teams to keep service running smoothly
- Maintain food quality, safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization
- Help train and support other culinary team members
- Jump in wherever needed to make each event a success
Requirements
- Professional culinary/kitchen experience
- Event, catering, banquet, or high-volume experience preferred
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Organized, dependable, and calm under pressure
- Passionate about food and hospitality
- Comfortable working evenings, weekends, holidays, and busy event periods
Location
- Old Forge, NY
Work Type
- Seasonal
Experience Level
- Experienced
Benefits
- Housing may be available for qualifying employees
About the Company
- Great Pines is a destination property in Old Forge, NY, surrounded by the Adirondacks.
- We're a growing hospitality company that believes in working hard, taking care of our guests and each other, and having fun along the way.
