NEW YORK, NYPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, as Foodies & Chefs is facilitating chef placements for events at a university rather than hiring chefs directly.

• Job overview

  The job is for 15 professional chefs in NYC to lead culinary experiences for a variety of high-end events, impacting the company's ability to deliver premium culinary services.

• Responsibilities and impact

  Chefs will manage full-service events from preparation to execution, including private dining, corporate receptions, and university functions, ensuring high-quality service and guest satisfaction.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have proven experience as private or event chefs, culinary degrees or certifications, strong plating and organizational skills, and must be based in NYC.

• Career development

  The role offers opportunities to grow a client base and join a premium chef network that values quality and creativity.

• Work environment and culture

  The company promotes a premium, professional, and creative environment focused on high-end culinary events.

• Company information

  Foodies & Chefs is a company that connects professional chefs with clients for private and large-scale events, emphasizing quality and professionalism.

• Team overview

  Candidates will join a network of elite chefs working on diverse events across NYC.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based in New York City, with events held at various locations including a university and private venues.

• Application process

  Applicants should create a profile on foodiesnchefs.com to upload menus and portfolios or email a resume directly to the provided contact for consideration.

• Unique job features

  The job offers unique opportunities to work on high-end, large-scale events and be part of a premium chef network.

Company overview

Foodies & Chefs is a digital platform that connects food enthusiasts with professional chefs for events, gourmet meals, and community-driven culinary experiences. The company operates by facilitating bookings and interactions between clients seeking unique dining experiences and chefs offering their services, likely generating revenue through service fees or commissions on these bookings. Based in Brooklyn, NY, Foodies & Chefs has established a presence in the culinary event space and is building a network of both chefs and food lovers. The platform emphasizes curated, high-quality food experiences and community engagement. This focus positions Foodies & Chefs as a facilitator of memorable culinary events and personalized dining solutions.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your certification and proven experience as a private chef, event chef, or catering lead, focusing on your ability to manage full-service events from preparation through execution.

• Emphasize skills in plating, organization, guest service, and your experience working in New York City to align with the job's location and requirements.

• Apply through multiple channels including Foodies & Chefs' corporate site foodiesnchefs.com, LinkedIn job postings, and consider emailing your resume directly to fareed.sedkey@foodiesnchefs.com to increase visibility.

• Connect on LinkedIn with chefs and event coordinators at Foodies & Chefs, using ice breakers like commenting on recent high-profile events they managed or expressing enthusiasm for their premium chef network and culinary creativity.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'certified chef,' 'private dining,' 'event management,' 'plating skills,' and 'New York City,' ensuring your resume passes initial automated screenings.

• Jennie Johnson's Power Apply feature can automate applying across multiple platforms, tailor your resume for ATS, and identify key Foodies & Chefs contacts on LinkedIn, freeing you to focus on preparing for interviews and refining your culinary portfolio.