Hello Nori is a dynamic fast fine-dining Japanese establishment with a bold mission: to define the hand roll bar experience. Our journey began in February 2021, and since then, Hello Nori has swiftly emerged as Vancouver's most beloved culinary gems. Fueled by the remarkable strides we've made on our journey, we have committed to introducing multiple recent Hello Nori locations across Canada, spreading our unique concept even further. As we embark on this exciting expansion, we are actively seeking to expand our team with dedicatedand exceptional individuals like yourself, who share our passion for excellence. Join us at Hello Nori and be a part of a culinary revolution that is shaping Canada's dining scene.What We're Looking ForWe 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. This position is based out of Hello Nori's Club Kitchen facility in Vancouver.Key ResponsibilitiesEvent Planning and ExecutionLead the culinary execution of all catering eventsReview event requirements, guest counts, menus, timelines, and special requestsBuild production and prep plans for upcoming catering eventsDetermine appropriate kitchen staffing and labour requirements based on event size and complexityCoordinate food preparation, packing, transportation readiness, setup, service,



and breakdownLead and supervise catering kitchen staff during preparation and eventsTrain and develop catering kitchen team membersQuality and StandardsMaintain Hello Nori standards for food quality, portioning, presentation, and consistencyMaintain food safety and sanitation standards both in the kitchen and at event locationsInventory and Cost ControlManage catering inventory, ordering, equipment, smallwares, and product requirementsMonitor catering food cost, waste, labour, and operational efficiencyCross-Functional CoordinationCoordinate closely with the Catering and Event Coordinator and other departmentsPartner with the Production Chef on shared Club Kitchen scheduling, equipment, and space needsConduct post-event reviews and identify opportunities to improve executionAvailabilityBe available for events based on business needs, including evenings and weekendsQualificationsExperience in catering, banquet, or high-volume off-premise culinary leadershipProven experience managing event production from planning through executionFOODSAFE Level 1 certification required, Level 2 an assetValid driver's licence considered an asset for event site visitsStrong organizational and communication skills, comfortable working under time pressurePerformance measured against catering food cost, labour cost, and on-time execution targetsPhysical demands: extended periods of standing, lifting up to 25-50 lbs, exposure to hot and cold kitchen environments, travel to event locations as required

📌 Catering Chef (Vancouver)
🏢 Hello Nori
📍 Vancouver