Chef - Catering

This family-run SME, active in event catering, stands for hospitality, sustainability, exceptional quality, and a modern vision. With a team of around 40 permanent staff members and a large pool of freelancers, they provide catering for various events in and around Brussels, with growing demand in Flanders.

As a Chef, you will support the Executive Chef and play a key role in the development, digitalisation, and management of the kitchen processes. Your time will be split between the production kitchen and on-site events.

Responsibilities:

Production Kitchen

• Responsible for full production and mise-en-place for events.

• Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team.

• Develop recipes and menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef.

• Participate in tastings with clients and work on special requests.

• Manage administrative tasks and coding through ERP systems.

• Oversee compliance with HACCP and allergen regulations.

• Manage stock, orders, and supplier relations.

On-Site Events

• Coordinate kitchen operations on-site during events.

• Organise activities: mise-en-place, preparation, plating, and garnishing.

• Lead and coordinate the team before, during, and after the event.

• Ensure quality, presentation, and cleanliness of the dishes.

We are looking for a kitchen profile with the following competencies:

• Experience in the kitchen with solid product, technical and craft knowledge.
• Able to work in a structured and planned way while maintaining a clear helicopter view.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems such as ERP, Excel, and production management.
• Creative and entrepreneurial with the drive to take initiative.
• Leadership qualities and the ability to positively lead a team.
• Passion for the profession and the ability to convey this enthusiasm to the team.
• French-speaking, with knowledge of a second language as an added advantage.

This company offers a challenging and varied position in which you can fully express your many skills. The chance to grow along with an innovative company where quality, service, and sustainability are key.

A guaranteed fixed monthly salary is offered, gross-to-net overtime, a company car and fuel card. A collaboration on a freelance basis with full engagement is also open for discussion.