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Bastion Hospitality LLC is a leading company in the hospitality sector, well-regarded for its commitment to delivering extraordinary experiences to its guests and staff alike. Specializing in providing high-quality catering services, Bastion Hospitality caters to a wide variety of events including weddings, corporate functions, private parties, and other special occasions. With a team of dedicated hospitality professionals, the company operates with a mission centered around financial responsibility and a positive work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. At Bastion Hospitality, the culture stands on core values such as respect for team members, guests, partners, and the environment. The team is empowered to think independently while maintaining a sense of urgency in their roles. Pride in delivering generous hospitality, distinctive cuisine, and exceptional service defines their ethos. The company also prioritizes mentorship, encouraging both personal and professional development among employees, ensuring a supportive environment where challenges are embraced, fun is part of the workday, and collaboration thrives. The role of Event Chef at Bastion Hospitality is a dynamic and essential position designed for an experienced culinary professional who excels in organizing and leading kitchen operations for catered events. This full-time role involves menu design, overseeing food preparation and quality control, and managing the logistics associated with event catering. The Event Chef will be responsible for developing seasonal, costed menus that align with clients' needs, dietary restrictions, and event themes. They will work closely with clients, event planners, and service staff to ensure seamless coordination from the initial planning stage through to the event's conclusion, including clean-up. The Event Chef will lead and supervise culinary staff, recruit and train team members, manage inventory and ordering of food supplies to control costs and reduce waste, and oversee transporting and setting up kitchen equipment at event venues. In addition, the role demands strict adherence to food safety standards, allergen protocols, and local health regulations to maintain certifications and ensure guest safety. The Event Chef also plays a critical role in budgeting by preparing quotes, controlling labor and food costs, and reporting on event profitability. This position requires excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt menus and workflows in real time to handle last-minute changes or issues effectively. Working conditions often include frequent evenings, weekends, holidays, and physical demands such as extended periods of standing, lifting heavy loads (specific limits to be determined), and traveling between venues, sometimes requiring overnight stays for multi-day events. Compensation is competitive with salary or hourly wage based on experience, and there are opportunities for bonuses tied to event profitability and client satisfaction, as well as potential tips or sharing based on the service model. Bastion Hospitality offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, and other employee perks such as family meals and educational classes onsite. Bastion Hospitality LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to ensure an inclusive workplace. Confidentiality and discretion regarding company and customer information are paramount responsibilities for all employees, maintaining the organization’s positive image and professional standards.

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred
• 3+ years experience in catering, events or banquet kitchens
• Proven experience leading culinary teams at weddings, corporate or large-scale functions
• Food safety certification such as ServSafe or local equivalent
• Valid driver's license if travel or transporting equipment is required