Private Event Chef Job

Vacancies: 1
Language: English

-Plan, coordinate and execute culinary requirements for private events, including buffets, passed canapés and multi-course meals.
-Select, develop and standardize recipes to ensure consistent quality, taste and presentation.
-Prepare and update prep lists based on event menus and operational requirements.
-Oversee culinary operations for private events from preparation and setup through service and completion.
-Delegate tasks and provide direction and training to junior kitchen staff.
-Ensure all dishes meet established standards for quality, taste, texture and presentation.
-Monitor food and labour costs and assist with inventory, ordering and waste reduction.
-Coordinate with the Chef de Cuisine, front-of-house staff and Alo Food Group team regarding event and operational requirements.
-Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health and safety standards.

-Completion of secondary school is required.
-Cook's trade certification or equivalent culinary education, credentials or training is required.
-Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial food preparation is required.
-Experience in private events, catering, or fine-dining operations is required.
-Experience in menu planning, recipe development and standardization, food costing, and inventory management is required.
-Experience training, mentoring, and providing direction to junior kitchen staff is required.
-Strong knowledge of professional food preparation, cooking techniques, ingredients, plating, and presentation standards is required.
-Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
-Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays, as required.
-Comfortable working in hot and humid kitchen conditions for extended periods while maintaining focus and efficiency throughout service.

How to Apply: [email protected]

Salon is Alo Food Group’s first space solely devoted to private events, conveniently located in the heart of Toronto’s Yorkville neighbourhood. Salon offers customizable dining experiences, including multi-course tasting menus inspired by Alo Food Group’s fine-dining flagship restaurant, Alo. The venue hosts weddings and celebrations, cocktail receptions, brand activations, corporate events, and other private functions. Alo Food Group is seeking a Private Events Chef to join the culinary team at Salon Private Dining.