Compensation
$50,000 to $60,000 CAD annually, based on qualifications and experience

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Catering Chef to take ownership of Hello Nori's catering culinary operations. This position is responsible for taking each catering event from planning and preparation through execution, ensuring our food, presentation, staffing, timing, and guest experience consistently represent the Hello Nori standard.

Key Responsibilities
Event Planning and Execution

Lead the culinary execution of all catering events

Review event requirements, guest counts, menus, timelines, and special requests

Build production and prep plans for upcoming catering events

Determine appropriate kitchen staffing and labour requirements based on event size and complexity

Coordinate food preparation, packing, transportation readiness, setup, service, and breakdown

Lead and supervise catering kitchen staff during preparation and events

Train and develop catering kitchen team members

Quality and Standards

Maintain Hello Nori standards for food quality, portioning, presentation, and consistency





Maintain food safety and sanitation standards both in the kitchen and at event locations

Inventory and Cost Control

Manage catering inventory, ordering, equipment, smallwares, and product requirements

Monitor catering food cost, waste, labour, and operational efficiency

Cross-Functional Coordination

Coordinate closely with the Catering and Event Coordinator and other departments

Partner with the Production Chef on shared Club Kitchen scheduling, equipment, and space needs

Conduct post-event reviews and identify opportunities to improve execution

Availability

Be available for events based on business needs, including evenings and weekends

Qualifications

Experience in catering, banquet, or high-volume off-premise culinary leadership

Proven experience managing event production from planning through execution

FOODSAFE Level 1 certification required, Level 2 an asset

Valid driver's licence considered an asset for event site visits

Solid organizational and communication skills, comfortable working under time pressure

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📌 Catering Chef (British Columbia)
🏢 Hello Nori
📍 British Columbia