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Pixar

On-Call Chef

Emeryville, CA

$23.70 - $30.67/hr

As an On Call Chef, you'll support the Chef de Cuisine and Senior Sous Chef in managing all aspects of our two Cafes - from food preparation and menu planning to ordering, receiving, and day-to-day ...

Pixar Animation Studios

On-Call Chef

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$23.70 - $30.67/hr

As an On Call Chef, you'll support the Chef de Cuisine and Senior Sous Chef in managing all aspects of our two Cafés - from food preparation and menu planning to ordering, receiving, and day-to-day ...

Gordon's

Chef Assist/Baker's Best Catering

Needham, MA · Remote

$22/hr

Bakers' Best Catering is currently looking for reliable part-time/on call Chef Assist to work at private events that range in size and location throughout the Boston area. Our event staff attends to ...

Lunch With Tony LLC

On-Call Event Chef

Alviso, CA

$30/hr

Smashing Dishes, the newest brand from Tony Caters, has a terrific opening for an On-Call Event Chef! The Event Chef is the primary responsible individual preparing/finishing food at catered events ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (ON CALL)

Corona Del Mar, CA · On-site

$28/hr

* We are hiring immediately for on call SOUS CHEF positions. * Location : Harbor Day School - 3443 Pacific View Drive, Corona del Mar, CA 92625. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule ...

New

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (ON CALL)

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$28/hr

* We are hiring immediately for on call SOUS CHEF positions. * Location : Vistamar School - 737 Hawaii Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : On call ...

New

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (ON CALL)

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$28/hr

* We are hiring immediately for on call SOUS CHEF positions. * Location : Vistamar School - 737 Hawaii Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : On call ...

New

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (ON CALL)

Corona Del Mar, CA · On-site

$28/hr

* We are hiring immediately for on call SOUS CHEF positions. * Location : Harbor Day School - 3443 Pacific View Drive, Corona del Mar, CA 92625. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule ...

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WHATS THE OCCASION INC

Event Chef

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Event Chef Fabulous Food Catering - Phx, AZ Overview Salary Range $14.00 - $18.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type On Call Job Shift Any Education Level Not Specified Category Hospitality ...

WHATS THE OCCASION INC

Event Chef

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Event Chef Fabulous Food Catering - Phx, AZ Overview Salary Range $14.00 - $18.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type On Call Job Shift Any Education Level Not Specified Category Hospitality ...

Koya Sushi

Chef

Norco, CA

$17 - $20/hr

Koya Sushi is Hiring a Highly Skilled Chef! Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes in a ... Ability to work 8-hour shifts, on-call, and weekends Location: KOYA SUSHI (Norco) 140 Hidden Valley ...

WHATS THE OCCASION INC

Event Chef

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Busy upscale catering company seeks Chef's with banquet, high volume restaurant or catering experience to work events for the upcoming season. Part time/On call, evenings and weekends. Flexible ...

WHATS THE OCCASION INC

Event Chef

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Busy upscale catering company seeks Chef's with banquet, high volume restaurant or catering experience to work events for the upcoming season. Part time/On call, evenings and weekends. Flexible ...

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On-Call Chef

Emeryville, CA

Pixar
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$23.70 - $30.67/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Would you enjoy working with a top-talent culinary team, using only the finest ingredients, and serving to an appreciative and discerning community? How about having your nights, weekends, and holidays free to spend with family and friends? If you are talented, passionate about food, friendly, and curious, we invite you to join us at Pixar Animation Studios.
As an On Call Chef, you'll support the Chef de Cuisine and Senior Sous Chef in managing all aspects of our two Cafes - from food preparation and menu planning to ordering, receiving, and day-to-day kitchen operations. You'll help craft weekly, seasonal, and cost-efficient menus, contribute to catering menu creation and event execution, and ensure that every dish meets Pixar's high standards of quality, consistency, and safety. This role also involves maintaining compliance with food safety and handling requirements, ordering kitchen supplies, and ensuring the proper upkeep of equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ability to create weekly cost-efficient menus that are seasonally inspired and broadly appealing

  • Provide input and support for the Chefs and line cooks who are preparing and serving all food and products for a weekly changing menu from-scratch, at a high volume, ensuring excellent consistency and compliance with the Cafe's quality, portioning, cooking and serving standards

  • Consult and provide input and feedback for kitchen personnel, as appropriate

  • Experienced with scheduling, evaluating, and constructive feedback for kitchen personnel as appropriate

  • Provide continued training to cafe employees in safety, cleanliness and sanitation, food preparation, and guest services

  • Ensure that all necessary food and kitchen supplies are ordered, received, and stored in accordance with the Cafe's needs, budget, and procedures

  • Responsible for overall cost containment by effectively managing ordering, menu selection, and product utilization

  • Check and maintain proper food handling, refrigeration temperature control points, and handling hazardous materials by Cafe employees

  • Attend weekly menu planning meetings with Chef Team

  • Pursue continued education to enhance professional knowledge and refine management skills

  • Ad hoc requirements as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen leadership positions

  • At least 3 years experience in a similar capacity

  • Must be proficient in verbal, written & digital communication

  • Able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, dining room staff, and guests

  • Demonstrated excellence in guest service skills: reliable, consistent and courteous

SKILLS:

  • Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced kitchen environment

  • Kitchen organizational skills

  • Ability to compose and refine accurate prep lists and order guides for weekly changing menus as well as catering menus

  • Ability to foster a collaborative and uplifting team environment

  • Exceptional Knife skills

  • Basic Computer knowledge: email, Google Sheets and Docs, Word, Excel, Slack to communicate with vendors and employees

  • Ability to use sound judgementand to objectively assess situations or circumstances using all the relevant information and apply past experience in order to come to a decision for the best possible outcome

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time

  • Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds

The hiring range for this position in Emeryville is $23.70 to $30.67 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Pixar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We know our storytelling is at its best when we include, celebrate and embrace difference. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Pixar participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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