At LUX Catering and Events, we are passionate about creating unforgettable moments through exceptional food and service. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, LUX is an award-winning, innovative leader in catering and events. We’re seeking a dedicated, skilled, and event-focused Event Chef to bring our culinary vision to life on-site at events, ensuring every guest experience is nothing short of extraordinary.
The Event Chef plays a key role in executing LUX’s culinary excellence on-site at events. This position focuses on event-based cooking, presentation, and leadership, rather than day-to-day kitchen prep. The Event Chef oversees food service during events, ensuring seamless execution, maintaining LUX’s high standards, and creating a polished guest experience.
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Lead on-site culinary operations, ensuring all food is prepared, presented, and served according to LUX’s quality and aesthetic standards.
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Direct and mentor on-site culinary teams, delegating tasks effectively while fostering a collaborative, positive work environment.
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Adapt to last-minute changes or challenges during events, maintaining composure and ensuring seamless service.
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Enforce health department standards and best practices for food handling, sanitation, and safety.
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Collaborate with FOH managers and event leads to ensure client expectations are met or exceeded.
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Work closely with the culinary and logistics teams to ensure all necessary equipment, supplies, and menu items are prepared and packed for each event.
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Execute menu items with precision and consistency, adhering to event-specific requirements and dietary accommodations.
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Ensure all dishes meet LUX’s visual and taste standards before they are served to guests.
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Oversee proper breakdown, storage, and transportation of culinary equipment and leftover products after events.
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Proven experience as a Chef in high-end catering, banquet, or event environments.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate on-site teams.
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Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a calm demeanor under pressure.
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Excellent organizational skills to manage on-site timelines and event flow.
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Thorough understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
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Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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Clear communication skills to effectively collaborate with FOH managers, event leads, and team members.
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A passion for creating exceptional guest experiences through food and service.
If you’re ready to step out of the kitchen and into the heart of extraordinary events, apply now to join the LUX family as our next Event Chef!
