Catering Chef

About Boardroom Catering Boardroom Catering is a family-owned catering company specializing in premium catering for private aviation. Located near Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, we prepare high-quality, customized meals for private aircraft passengers and crews. We take pride in delivering exceptional food, personalized service and meticulous attention to detail. We’re looking for a passionate and motivated Catering Chef to join our growing team. You’ll work directly alongside our owner and Head Chef, preparing premium catering orders, contributing to menu development and supporting daily kitchen operations. As a family-owned business, we offer a hands-on environment where your ideas and contributions matter. This position provides an opportunity to develop your culinary and leadership skills, with the potential to advance into a Head Chef role as the business grows. Key Responsibilities Food Preparation and Catering * Prepare high-quality catering orders, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers and specialty items.
* Work alongside the owner and Head Chef to ensure consistent food quality, presentation and timely preparation.
* Prepare customized meals based on individual client preferences and dietary requirements.
* Ensure catering orders are prepared, packaged and ready for delivery within strict timelines.
* Maintain consistent portion sizes, quality and presentation standards. Menu Development * Contribute creative ideas for new dishes, seasonal offerings and menu development.
* Assist with improving existing recipes and catering menus.
* Learn to prepare specialized meals to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual customer preferences.
* Work with the owner to develop new menu offerings that meet the expectations of private aviation clients. Kitchen Operations * Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
* Assist with inventory management, ingredient preparation and minimizing food waste.
* Coordinate with the kitchen and delivery teams to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
* Support daily kitchen operations and take on additional responsibilities as experience develops.
* Adapt to changing schedules, special requests and last-minute catering orders. Qualifications * 2–3 years of professional kitchen experience.
* Previous catering experience preferred, although candidates with relevant restaurant or hospitality experience are encouraged to apply.
* Valid Food Handler Certification required.
* Strong cooking skills and attention to food quality and presentation.
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple orders with tight deadlines.
* Creativity and an interest in menu development.
* Willingness to learn how to accommodate specialized dietary requirements.
* Strong organizational skills and a team-oriented attitude.
* Formal culinary training is an asset, but equivalent professional experience is accepted. Opportunities for Advancement You’ll work closely with our owner and Head Chef, gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of operating a specialized catering kitchen, from menu development and food preparation to inventory management and cost control. For the right candidate, there is an opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and potentially advance into a Head Chef position. As your responsibilities grow, you may become involved in: * Leading and supervising kitchen staff.
* Developing menus and introducing new dishes.
* Managing ingredient purchasing and inventory.
* Overseeing food costs and minimizing waste.
* Managing daily kitchen operations and maintaining quality standards. Advancement and corresponding compensation increases will be based on performance, demonstrated capabilities and business needs. Schedule and Transportation This is a full-time position with variable working hours based on flight schedules and catering demand. Candidates must be flexible and available to work very early mornings, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. Reliable personal transportation is required. Our Mississauga facility is not easily accessible by public transit. Employees must have access to a vehicle to commute to and from work. Compensation * Starting wage of $23/hour.
* Full-time hours.
* Opportunities for career advancement and increased compensation.
* Experience in specialized private aviation catering.
* Opportunity to contribute to menu development and work directly alongside the owner and Head Chef.
* Immediate start. How to Apply Apply through Indeed or email your résumé to [email protected], with the subject line “Catering Chef Application.” We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking Work Location: In person