Catering Chef Jobs

A catering chef works closely with private customers and event planners to prepare a variety of food for a variety of functions and events as per client requirements and specifications. Catering chefs may specialize in a certain type of cuisine or a certain kind of event.

The primary responsibility of a catering chef is to provide the highest possible standard of catering to the clients by managing all aspects of catering provision. Other important day-to-day duties include assisting with catering menu when necessary, maintaining a safe, hygienic and sanitary work environment, food inventory and purchasing, preparing appetizing food in a timely manner, minimizing raw material and food wastage, controlling food costs and presenting food attractively. A catering chef may also assist in training junior chefs and kitchen support staff.

To apply for a catering chef job, a candidate must be a graduate of a culinary school or possess a culinary diploma. Prior catering experience at the culinary level is important. Other prerequisites of the job are good communication, organizational and presentation skills.