Catering Cook
$16 - $22/hr
Now Hiring: Event Cook at Encore Event Center Location: 16808 Pearl Rd, Strongsville, OH 44136 As an Event Cook, you'll play a key leadership role--supporting the Executive Chef and Team in ...
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Catering Cook
$16 - $22/hr
Now Hiring: Event Cook at Encore Event Center Location: 16808 Pearl Rd, Strongsville, OH 44136 As an Event Cook, you'll play a key leadership role--supporting the Executive Chef and Team in ...
DAYLIGHT Catering/Banquet Grill Cook
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$20/hr
We are looking a PART TIME OR PER EVENT HELP. You must be an EXPERIENCED Grill Cook. Our kitchens ... Previous high-volume CATERING grill cook experience is required. * Starting Pay: $20 per hour for ...
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DAYLIGHT Catering/Banquet Grill Cook
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$20/hr
We are looking a PART TIME OR PER EVENT HELP. You must be an EXPERIENCED Grill Cook. Our kitchens ... Previous high-volume CATERING grill cook experience is required. * Starting Pay: $20 per hour for ...
Event Cook
Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Event Cook Reports to: Event Sous Chef Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt Why you'll love it here ... Serve food or beverages * Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation Requirements
Event Cook
Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Event Cook Reports to: Event Sous Chef Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt Why you'll love it here ... Serve food or beverages * Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation Requirements
Event Cook (Cook 2/Cook 3)
Costa Mesa, CA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to ... As an ideal Event Cook candidate, you are dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about food.
Event Cook (Cook 2/Cook 3)
Costa Mesa, CA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to ... As an ideal Event Cook candidate, you are dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about food.
Event Cook
Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Event Cook Reports to: Event Sous Chef Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt Why you'll love it here ... Serve food or beverages * Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation Requirements:
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Event Cook
Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Event Cook Reports to: Event Sous Chef Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt Why you'll love it here ... Serve food or beverages * Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation Requirements:
Event Cook
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Event Cook Reports to: Event Sous Chef Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt Why you'll love it here ... Serve food or beverages * Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation Requirements
Event Cook
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Event Cook Reports to: Event Sous Chef Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt Why you'll love it here ... Serve food or beverages * Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation Requirements
Event Cook
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$13.25 - $18/hr
Plan and execute menus tailored to each event's theme and requirements. * Prepare and cook a ... Proven culinary experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment. * Excellent cooking ...
Event Cook
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$13.25 - $18/hr
Plan and execute menus tailored to each event's theme and requirements. * Prepare and cook a ... Proven culinary experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment. * Excellent cooking ...
Event Cook
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$13.25 - $18/hr
Plan and execute menus tailored to each event's theme and requirements. * Prepare and cook a ... Proven culinary experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment. * Excellent cooking ...
Event Cook
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$13.25 - $18/hr
Plan and execute menus tailored to each event's theme and requirements. * Prepare and cook a ... Proven culinary experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment. * Excellent cooking ...
Catering Event Supervisor
Rochester, NY · On-site
$17.90 - $23/hr
Cooks and presents foods for various catering events, both on- and off- campus. Follows all established quality control, portioning, and customer service standards * Provides excellent service in a ...
Catering Event Supervisor
Rochester, NY · On-site
$17.90 - $23/hr
Cooks and presents foods for various catering events, both on- and off- campus. Follows all established quality control, portioning, and customer service standards * Provides excellent service in a ...
Prep Cook/ Event Cook
Norwalk, CT · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
About ONTHEMARC ONTHEMARC is a contemporary, full-service catering company known for creating ... The Event Cook is responsible for executing consistent, high-quality cooking and plating during on ...
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Prep Cook/ Event Cook
Norwalk, CT · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
About ONTHEMARC ONTHEMARC is a contemporary, full-service catering company known for creating ... The Event Cook is responsible for executing consistent, high-quality cooking and plating during on ...
Prep Cook/ Event Cook
Norwalk, CT · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
About ONTHEMARC ONTHEMARC is a contemporary, full-service catering company known for creating ... The Event Cook is responsible for executing consistent, high-quality cooking and plating during on ...
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Prep Cook/ Event Cook
Norwalk, CT · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
About ONTHEMARC ONTHEMARC is a contemporary, full-service catering company known for creating ... The Event Cook is responsible for executing consistent, high-quality cooking and plating during on ...
Event Cook (Cook 2/Cook 3)
Costa Mesa, CA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to ... As an ideal Event Cook candidate, you are dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about food.
Event Cook (Cook 2/Cook 3)
Costa Mesa, CA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to ... As an ideal Event Cook candidate, you are dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about food.
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Culinary Cook
Opa Locka, FL · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
Experienced Culinary Cook - Catering Kitchen Company: Bill Hansen Catering Reports to: Mary Rohan ... Bill Hansen Catering & Event Production is a premier catering and event production company ...
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Culinary Cook
Opa Locka, FL · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
Experienced Culinary Cook - Catering Kitchen Company: Bill Hansen Catering Reports to: Mary Rohan ... Bill Hansen Catering & Event Production is a premier catering and event production company ...
CATERING & EVENTS MANAGER
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$42K - $100K/yr
Manage catering and event functions at various locations * Ensure activities align with company ... Chef Noe mixes traditional Mexican cooking with unique flavors and techniques for a menu that ...
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CATERING & EVENTS MANAGER
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$42K - $100K/yr
Manage catering and event functions at various locations * Ensure activities align with company ... Chef Noe mixes traditional Mexican cooking with unique flavors and techniques for a menu that ...
Cook (Food Truck & Catering)
Austin, TX · On-site
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
We are looking for a cook to primarily operate and work with our food truck operations, but has the flexibility to crossover into catering events, if necessary. Qualifications What's Required
Cook (Food Truck & Catering)
Austin, TX · On-site
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
We are looking for a cook to primarily operate and work with our food truck operations, but has the flexibility to crossover into catering events, if necessary. Qualifications What's Required
Event Cook - Peak New York
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$19.75 - $24.75/hr
The Event Cook oversees station setup, live plating, station execution, and breakdown for large-scale banquets, buyouts, and catered functions. Responsible for translating Banquet Event Orders (BEOs ...
Event Cook - Peak New York
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$19.75 - $24.75/hr
The Event Cook oversees station setup, live plating, station execution, and breakdown for large-scale banquets, buyouts, and catered functions. Responsible for translating Banquet Event Orders (BEOs ...
Prep and Catering Cook
Skaneateles, NY · On-site
$17 - $25/hr
Prepare and execute high-quality food items for catering events of varying sizes and styles ... Knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking techniques and methods * Ability to follow recipes and ...
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Prep and Catering Cook
Skaneateles, NY · On-site
$17 - $25/hr
Prepare and execute high-quality food items for catering events of varying sizes and styles ... Knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking techniques and methods * Ability to follow recipes and ...
Cook (Food Truck & Catering)
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
We are looking for a cook to primarily operate and work with our food truck operations, but has the flexibility to crossover into catering events, if necessary. Qualifications What's Required
Cook (Food Truck & Catering)
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
We are looking for a cook to primarily operate and work with our food truck operations, but has the flexibility to crossover into catering events, if necessary. Qualifications What's Required
Prep and Catering Cook
Skaneateles, NY · On-site
$17 - $25/hr
Prepare and execute high-quality food items for catering events of varying sizes and styles ... Knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking techniques and methods * Ability to follow recipes and ...
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Prep and Catering Cook
Skaneateles, NY · On-site
$17 - $25/hr
Prepare and execute high-quality food items for catering events of varying sizes and styles ... Knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking techniques and methods * Ability to follow recipes and ...
CATERING & EVENTS MANAGER
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$42K - $100K/yr
Manage catering and event functions at various locations * Ensure activities align with company ... Chef Noe mixes traditional Mexican cooking with unique flavors and techniques for a menu that ...
CATERING & EVENTS MANAGER
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$42K - $100K/yr
Manage catering and event functions at various locations * Ensure activities align with company ... Chef Noe mixes traditional Mexican cooking with unique flavors and techniques for a menu that ...
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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for catering event cook in the United States is $18.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Catering Event Cook vs Catering Chef?
| Aspect | Catering Event Cook | Catering Chef |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Food handler’s permits, culinary training | Formal culinary degree often preferred |
| Work Environment | Event sites, kitchens during catering events | Commercial kitchens, catering companies |
| Responsibilities | Preparing food for events, following recipes | Menu planning, supervising kitchen staff |
The Catering Event Cook focuses on preparing food for specific events, often working under supervision, while the Catering Chef typically oversees menu creation and manages kitchen staff. Both roles require culinary skills and certifications, but the Chef's role involves more planning and leadership. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit in the catering industry.
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Catering Cook
Strongsville, OH
Encore Event Center
$16 - $22/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 27 days ago
Job description
Now Hiring: Event Cook at Encore Event Center
Location: 16808 Pearl Rd, Strongsville, OH 44136
As an Event Cook, you’ll play a key leadership role—supporting the Executive Chef and Team in delivering creative, high-quality food experiences while ensuring smooth kitchen operations. If you’re passionate about food, thrive under pressure, and love being part of unforgettable events, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Execution
- Food Preparation and Service set by company operational procedures
- Monitor food temperatures, taste, and presentation
- Multi task when prepping for volume
Quality Control
- Implement waste-reduction strategies to maintain cost control
- Resolve any food quality or presentation issues quickly and effectively
Customer Service & Event Coordination
- Communicate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service execution
- Respond to client and guest feedback with professionalism
- Uphold the highest standards of food service and guest satisfaction
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in a similar role, experience within a high-volume kitchen is preferable
- Strong sense of time management, and communication skills
- Deep knowledge of food preparation, safety, and sanitation standards but also willingness to learn new techniques and standards
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Ability to work independently with instruction and also as a team
- Part time, but can lead into full time for candidates proven ability to be a part of a growing team
- Available weekends mainly and early evenings.
- ServSafe Certified is a plus
Why Join Encore Event Center?
- Be part of some of the most exciting events in Northeast Ohio
- Join a collaborative, high-performing team that values creativity and excellence
- Gain experience across a wide range of event types and styles
- Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement
Ready to bring your passion for food and events to the next level? Apply now and become a part of the Encore experience.
Nestled in the heart of Strongsville, Ohio, Encore Event Center stands as the town’s premier destination for luxurious weddings, celebrations, and corporate events. As the site of the beloved Michaud’s, Encore carries forward a legacy while promising a future of elevated experiences for all who walk through its doors.
Today, Encore Event Center carries the torch of this iconic venue, blending its rich history with a modern, high-class touch. While honoring Michaud’s roots, Encore brings new life to the space with upscale event offerings and state-of-the-art facilities, designed to exceed your expectations. Whether you are planning an unforgettable wedding or a corporate gathering, Encore guarantees to bring your dream event to life.