Senior Event Chef
Core
Lead culinary operations for corporate and private events, designing bespoke menus and managing on-site food execution in Upington.
Role type
Senior Event Chef
Builds
Bespoke menus and high-quality food service for events
Domain
Catering / Event Management
Required skills
Menu design, kitchen staff leadership, food safety compliance, inventory management, cost control, on-site cooking execution, diverse cuisine knowledge, time management
Preferred skills
Culinary trend awareness, creative flair, adaptability to irregular hours
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Design and develop creative menus tailored to client needs; Lead and mentor kitchen teams during event execution; Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation; Manage kitchen inventory and procurement; Maintain hygiene and food safety standards; Collaborate with event planners to define requirements; Conduct on-site cooking and service management; Control food costs and minimize waste.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
