Chef
Tres LA Group
Full-time
On-site
Los Angeles, California, United States
$70,000 - $70,000 USD yearly
Très LA Group is seeking an experienced Chef to lead an innovative catering program that brings freshly prepared, high-quality meals directly to the customer’s doorstep. Utilizing our custom-designed cooking vehicles (think upscale food trucks), this role offers the chance to be the face of a groundbreaking dining experience, delivering exceptional meals on-site at residences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of our new mobile catering concept, preparing meals fresh in front of customers.
- Execute a pre-designed menu, ensuring quality and consistency from prep through service.
- Prepare food in our commissary kitchen on Tuesday-Wednesday; cook on-site from Thursday-Saturday.
- Engage with customers during service, making the dining experience both delicious and interactive.
- Participate in social media initiatives to help promote the concept and engage with the community.
- Maintain and order food inventory, keeping logs for inventory, costs, and waste.
- Reconcile food costs monthly, staying within budget.
Who We’re Looking For:
- A chef with a passion for food and a knack for connecting with people.
- A creative individual who can execute an established menu while delivering exceptional service.
- Someone with strong time management skills, able to balance prep, cooking, and customer interaction in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience with food trucks or mobile catering is a plus.
- An individual who is tech-savvy, organized, and a team player.
- A chef with a welcoming attitude, open to feedback and continuous improvement.
Work Environment:
- Hands-on, fast-paced service directly from our custom cooking vehicle, with a high level of customer interaction.
- Expect exposure to outdoor elements, moderate noise levels, and some physical demands like standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Always maintain a professional, positive demeanor and an ability to adapt on the road.
Essential Duties:
- Deliver a top-tier mobile dining experience, cooking and serving on-site with a high sense of urgency and attention to detail.
- Manage food costs and waste effectively, with accurate record-keeping.
- Lead by example, displaying initiative, professionalism, and excellent communication.
- Stay current on culinary trends to maintain our edge in creativity and quality.
Compensation:
- Pay: $70,000 annually + opportunity for additional income
- Full-time
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k
- 2 Weeks Paid-Time-Off
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years as a Sous Chef/Chef/Event Chef
- Culinary experience: 5 years (Preferred)
*A tasting will be required as part of the evaluation process.