Event Chef

**Position:** Part-Time / Casual Event Chef **Schedule:** Primarily weekends **Location:** Off-site events throughout Kelowna & the Okanagan We're looking for a passionate, personable, and enthusiastic Event Chef to join our growing team! At Toncini Modern Italian, we believe great food is only part of an unforgettable dining experience. It's the people, the passion, and the hospitality that truly make it special. This role is about more than just cooking. We're looking for someone who brings positive energy, thrives in a team environment, and genuinely enjoys connecting with people. Someone who takes pride in their craft, pays attention to the little details, and loves going the extra mile to create exceptional guest experiences. From intimate private chef dinners to weddings and special celebrations, you'll help bring the Toncini experience to life at events throughout the Okanagan. What You'll Be Doing * Prepare and beautifully present Italian dishes at private dinners, weddings, and catered events. * Help create memorable, personalized dining experiences for our guests. * Engage warmly and professionally with guests during interactive dining experiences. * Work closely with our event team to ensure seamless service from setup to teardown. * Assist with catering preparation, deliveries, and drop-off services. * Maintain Toncini's standards for food quality, presentation, and hospitality. Who We're Looking For **Personality and attitude are just as important to us as culinary skills!** * **Passionate:** You genuinely love food, especially Italian cuisine, and take pride in what you create. * **Personable:** You're friendly, approachable, confident, and enjoy interacting with guests. * **Team Player:** You bring positive energy, support your teammates, and are always willing to lend a hand. * **Hospitality-Driven:** You understand that exceptional service is about making people feel welcomed and cared for. * **Reliable:** You're punctual, organized, dependable, and take ownership of your responsibilities. * **Detail-Oriented:** You care about presentation, consistency, and the little touches that elevate an experience. * **Experienced:** You have a professional culinary background and are comfortable working independently at off-site events. * **Flexible:** You're available primarily on weekends, with occasional weekday events. If you're passionate about what you do, love being part of a team, and believe that the best dining experiences go beyond what's on the plate, we'd love to meet you! **Send your resume and a brief introduction to:** toncinimodernitalian@gmail.com Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 – 20.0 per week Work Location: In person