Traveling Chef

@ Oak View Group

About Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. They offer a 360-degree solution for world-class venues and events.

Position Summary

The Traveling Chef will supervise, coach, counsel, direct, train, and mentor employees at multiple locations. This role is key to ensuring quality and profitability across various event-driven schedules including evenings and weekends. Professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction, and strong decision-making abilities are essential.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a part-time remote role paying an hourly rate of 28 CAD. Benefits include pension matching for part-time employees. The position will remain open until December 12, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all line set-up, prep, and breakdown activities.
• Delegate tasks to line personnel and manage buffet and beverage setups.
• Assist the Executive Chef with record keeping, inventory, and ordering.
• Organize employee work schedules ensuring adequate kitchen coverage.
• Prepare food according to recipes while maintaining cleanliness and quality.
• Coach and mentor kitchen staff and ensure food safety standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
• Document personnel discipline and work closely with Human Resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Minimum of 3 years in a similar upscale banquet, hotel, or convention center setting.
• State issued Health Certificate, immunizations, and Serve Safe certification required.
• Technical proficiency in food preparation and kitchen equipment usage.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and long hours.
• Physical stamina for extended periods of standing and manual tasks.
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).

Inclusivity Statement

At Oak View Group, diversity and inclusion drive innovation and excellence. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and amplify voices from all communities.

Key skills/competency

Traveling Chef, supervision, mentoring, food preparation, event-driven, scheduling, culinary skills, leadership, communication, safety standards