Catering Cook

Join our team at Via Roma as a Catering/Event Cook!

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

AAP/EEO Statement

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.

Via Roma is a dynamic property that will bring vibrant flavors and the warmth of Italian cuisine to our guests, creating memorable dining experiences. In addition to our restaurant, we also have a cozy speak easy, full-service banquet and event spaces, catering and on-site from scratch bakery. We’re dedicated to authentic recipes, quality ingredients and a commitment to customer service. Our goal is to exceed expectations by providing a consistent and delicious experience.

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