We are hiring Cooks to join our team!

Emeryville CA

Description

Here at Componere Fine Catering, we’ve built a culture, unique in the industry, that attracts the best talent and empowers people to thrive. With our industry leading culinary team, many of whom have Michelin Star experience, we custom design menus inspired by the seasonal bounty of Northern California. We serve at a range of events, from weddings to corporate events, even private parties. Our events are throughout the bay area, ranging from San Francisco to the Peninsula to Napa/Sonoma Wine Country and down to the Monterey Peninsula. Desired Skills All candidates should truly enjoy hospitality, appreciate food, have a great attitude and have a desire to continuously learn. Polished and professional appearance necessary at all times for both service and kitchen personnel. BOH Formal culinary arts education or commensurate experience and/or 1 to 3 years professional cooking experience including fine dining, catering or other volume production. Knowledge of food preparation, presentation and quality control Experience w/ knives and tools of the trade Physically able to lift heavy and sometimes awkward items, especially during loading/unloading of trucks in a safe & conscious manner. Experience driving a 16ft box truck (not mandatory but a bonus!) Able to work independently, without constant supervision * Starting hourly rate $18-$25 based on experience. * If you think you would be a great addition to our team please apply and supply your 2 most recent professional references. Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk/stand up to the entire day or duration of an event, sit at a desk using the computer, or be sitting in a vehicle while driving. The employee must occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 50 lbs., reach overhead, perform repetitive motion, and have the stamina to work up to 12 hours a day. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job at an event site, the employee is exposed to ambient temperatures and weather conditions at the time of an event. Componere Fine Catering is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer! We value all our team members and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.