Chef & Event Executive - Queensway and Chelsea restaurants

What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists:

• Host engaging events for small groups (up to 28 people) where you will teach the art of pasta
  making and share your love of Italian food.
• Our pasta-making classes usually last two hours, with an extra hour at the beginning and
  end for setting up and packing away. Each session lasts 4 hours in total.
• Ensure every guest leaves with a smile, feeling inspired and ready to recommend us. Secure
  glowing 5-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor by delivering exceptional events.
• Sourcing and preparing antipasto dishes tailored to dietary preferences, adding an extra
  layer of authenticity to the experience.
• Manage product stocking, rotation, and daily orders based on the week's class activities.
• Set up the event space to our high standards, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
• Work closely with our Events team and attend workshops led by Chef Roberta to continually
  hone your skills.
• Participate in staff meetings and communicate any issues or needs to management that
  require attention.
• Ensure that health, safety and food hygiene protocols are adhered to at all times and
  complete all necessary documentation.
• Full time roles involve around 8 events per week, but at busier times we may require you to
  undertake additional classes.

Who are you:

• You love interacting with people and have a talent for making everyone feel at ease. Your
  enthusiasm is infectious and you enjoy engaging audiences.
• You're passionate about Italian cuisine, especially pasta, and want to share that love with
  others. Professional experience as a chef is not required - we are looking for someone with
  food knowledge and skill with full fresh ingredients from scratch.
• You'll be comfortable speaking in front of groups and be able to guide people through the
  pasta-making process with clarity and confidence.
• You take pride in creating flawless events and never cut corners, ensuring that every guest
  has an exceptional experience.
• You enjoy preparing, presenting and delivering a wide range of carefully designed pasta
  dishes for audiences with different tastes or dietary needs.
• You will be an integral part of our events team, contributing to the overall commercial
  performance of the business.
• You'll be available to host events throughout the week with the ability to lead 2 to 3 classes
  per day as required.
• Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your
  profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to
  grow your career.
• ... A pasta lover!

What we can offer:

• Competitive salary to attract the best talent
• Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team
• Join a growing business with growing opportunities
• Regular team socials and pasta tastings
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Complementary staff food & drinks while on shift