Catering Kitchen Team Member

CATERING KITCHEN TEAM MEMBER
PART TIME & ON-CALL POSITION

Dish Food & Events, an award-winning catering and events company located in the heart of NYC, is searching for Catering Kitchen Team members. With over 15 years of experience creating unforgettable events, we are recognized for our warm hospitality, innovative and delicious cuisine, and a team-focused culture that empowers every member to thrive.

As an integral part of our event production team, the Production Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and portioning high-quality food according to established specifications for large-scale production and off-site catering.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in off-site catering, a commissary, or a high-volume production kitchen. They should demonstrate excellent knife skills, a strong ability to follow directions and recipes, and proficiency in safely operating various kitchen equipment. Experience with high-volume canapé and hors d'oeuvre production is highly desirable. They thrive under pressure with a sense of urgency and can multitask while maintaining consistent product quality and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with Department of Health compliance are key. The candidate must be physically able to lift over 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.

A collaborative team player, they are willing to assist wherever needed, including event pack-out and inventory tasks. Knowledge of pastry is a plus but not required. Above all, they possess a genuine desire to learn and grow within the company, embracing all policies and procedures with professionalism and respect.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Minimum 1 year experience working in off site catering, in a commissary or large scale production kitchen
• Excellent knife skills and the ability to safely operate kitchen equipment.
• Proficient in setting up and maintaining a clean workstation, familiarity with DOH compliance.
• Experience in high-volume canapé and hors d'oeuvre production.
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency, meet production deadlines, and strong organizational skills.
• Competence in properly wrapping, labeling, and storing products, and assisting with inventory maintenance.
• Capable of multitasking while maintaining consistent product quality.
• Ability to lift over 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Strong ability to follow directions and recipes.
• A collaborative team player willing to assist where needed.
• Experience in expediting event pack-out is a plus.
• Knowledge of pastry is a plus but not required.
• A strong desire to learn and grow within the company.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• An employee must walk, stand, or remain stationary during the majority of their shift.
• Employees can lift or move up to 30 pounds.
• Employees must be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, and carry with the potential for slipping or tripping.
• Employees must frequently wash their hands

COMPENSATION + BENEFITS:

As a valued member of our team, your compensation will include the following hourly wage, benefits and perks.

• Competitive starting hourly wage
• Fun work environment
• Employee referral program with paid bonuses
• Flexible scheduling – Work when you can
• Change your availability from week to week
• Paid Family Leave & Safe and Sick Pay in accordance with NY State Law
• Family Meal or Snacks provided at events
• Travel provided for out of town events

CORE VALUES

• Actively participate in a positive Dish Culture
• Make Dish an awesome place to work
• Embrace, promote and exemplify Dish’s Mission Statement, Core Values, Hospitality Standards + Culture.
• Foster positive communication with the entire Dish team.
• Adhere to policies as described in the Dish Food & Events Employee Handbook.
• Actively participate in Dish’s Continuous Employee Success Management program including weekly 1:1s, six-month check-ins and annual performance reviews.

DISH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.