About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work setting: Wedding. Budgetary responsibility: $100,001 - $500,000. Tasks: Co-ordinate special events. Determine the size of food portions and costs. Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization. Requisition food and kitchen supplies. Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods. Inspect kitchens and food service areas. Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food. Order supplies and equipment. Supervise kitchen staff and helpers. Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment. Clean kitchen and work areas. Recruit and hire staff. Organize buffets and banquets. Manage kitchen operations. Advise on menu selections. Plan for social events and guest programs. Plan and manage budgets. Food preparation. Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets. Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food. Cuisine specialties: South Indian. Canadian. Italian cuisine. East Indian. Vegetarian. International. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Fast-paced environment. Physically demanding. Repetitive tasks. Standing for extended periods. Work under pressure. Personal suitability: Client focus. Flexibility. Initiative. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Time management. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Shift. Flexible hours. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Night. Day. Weekend. Overtime required.