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About the Role
Global Gourmet Catering is seeking a reliable and skilled Event Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary team at catered events throughout the Bay Area. This role works closely with the Event Chef to prepare, cook, plate, and serve high-quality menu items while assisting with event setup, execution, and breakdown. The ideal candidate has strong culinary fundamentals, enjoys fast-paced environments, and is comfortable traveling to event locations while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to recipes, company standards, and Event Chef direction.
- Maintain consistency in food quality, portion control, and presentation throughout service.
- Assist with setting up and organizing event kitchens, including unloading and positioning equipment.
- Support food production for both on-site and off-site catered events.
- Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to event timelines.
- Load and unload ingredients, equipment, and supplies from company vehicles.
- Assist with event setup, breakdown, and the return of all equipment and materials.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards during preparation and service.
- Communicate any equipment issues, food quality concerns, or service challenges to the Event Chef promptly.
- Work closely with the Event Chef and culinary team to ensure efficient event execution.
- Maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude in high-volume environments.
- Communicate effectively with Front-of-House (FOH) staff to ensure smooth service flow and timing.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience, preferably in catering, banquet, hotel, restaurant, or high-volume kitchen environments.
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing menus and event-specific requirements.
- Excellent work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is required.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Food Handler Card and/or ServSafe Certification preferred.
- Previous experience working catering events or banquets.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, crouch, and handle kitchen equipment regularly.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Reliable transportation to and from event locations.
- Flexible scheduling required.
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Skills
- Culinary fundamentals
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Location
- San Francisco Bay Area
- On-site at event venues throughout the San Francisco Bay Area
Work Type
- Hourly
- Seasonal
- Temporary
- On-site
Experience Level
- Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
- Food Handler Card
- ServSafe Certification
Salary/Compensations
- $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits
- Work alongside experienced culinary professionals
- Be part of exciting corporate, social, and cultural events
- Gain valuable catering and event production experience
- Join a team committed to culinary excellence and exceptional guest experiences
About the Company
- Global Gourmet Catering is a premier catering and event services company in the San Francisco Bay Area, known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service.
- For more than two decades, we have specialized in corporate, social, and cultural events distinguished by innovative cuisine and flawless execution.
- Our commitment to sustainability, locally sourced ingredients, and culinary excellence has earned us recognition as an industry leader.