Catering Chef

Overview
Full-Time Catering Chef – Drexelbrook Catering & Events (Delaware County, PA)

Drexelbrook, an award-winning on- and off-site catering company located in Delaware County, PA, is seeking a Full-Time Catering Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. We are known for our exceptional service, creative cuisine, and commitment to excellence in every event we serve — including elegant weddings, high-profile corporate events and services to other locations in PA.-DEL and NJ.

Position Overview

As one of our Catering Chefs, you will work directly under the Executive Chef and Culinary Manager, supporting kitchen operations for both on-site and off-site events. You’ll be responsible for executing high-quality food preparation, presentation, and service while helping lead a team in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. This is a hourly paid position ideal for a passionate and organized culinary professional committed to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce food for catered events assigned to you utilizing Executive Chef’s recipes
• Work with kitchen staff and event timelines
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Collaborate with event sales, operations and clients to execute what is promised
• Ensure consistency and quality across all culinary offerings

✅ Required Culinary Skills

• Experience in high-volume banquet and event production
• Proficiency in reading, understanding and executing event BEO’s
• Experience working off premise events.
• Strong plating, buffet and stations presentation techniques
• Skilled in making sauces, roasting, grilling, and sautéing
• Basic Knowledge of allcuisines and dietary accommodations including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and the Big 9 allergens
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and safety protocols
• Knife skills
• Practice clean as you go
• Strong supervisory skills with the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Knowledge of food production techniques and kitchen management practices.
• Excellent culinary skills with experience in menu planning and food preparation.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and food service operations.
• Ability to maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience in the hospitality industry with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Serv-Safe Certification

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Drexel Hill, PA 19026 (Required)

Work Location: In person