CHEF – EVENTS & OFF-SITE CATERING

Location: Vanilla Events & Catering
Type: Part-time | High-volume Catering & Events

Vanilla is uniquely situated in Eaton Mall, Oakleigh and brings a little bit of the city and Greek culture to Oakleigh over two levels. We are open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Vanilla Events are on the lookout for a skilled, creative, and forward-thinking chef to join our dynamic team specializing in high-volume events and on-site catering. If you thrive in fast-paced kitchens, have a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, and bring operational excellence to everything you do — we want to hear from you.

Key Qualities We Value

Operational excellence in high-pressure environments

Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences

Attention to detail, presentation, and culinary quality

Ability to lead or support seamless execution of large-scale events

Strong team player who thrives in fast-paced kitchens

Job Description

As our Events & Off-Site Catering Chef, you will be responsible for:

Preparing, cooking, and serving food for events, banquets, and off-site catering functions

Collaborating with the team to design and execute menus

Ensuring every dish is presented and served to the highest standard

Responsibilities

Lead and manage kitchen operations during catered events

Design menus tailored to client preferences and dietary requirements

Ensure food quality, flavor, and presentation meet our standards

Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and culinary techniques

Support smooth logistics and timing coordination during service

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years' experience as a banquet or events chef in a high-volume catering environment

Strong culinary skills with knowledge of various cuisines

Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Culinary degree or equivalent experience highly preferred

Why Join Vanilla?

Work with a passionate, professional team

Be part of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests

Opportunities for creative input and menu development

Dynamic, fast-paced environment with room for growth

How to Apply

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected]

Please include examples of events or menus you've worked on, if applicable.

Ready to bring your creativity and culinary excellence to the events world?
Join Vanilla — where every event is a masterpiece.