Charlotte, North Carolina
Georgetown, South Carolina
Posted: 03-Sep-24
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Type: Contract
Salary: Per-event - competitive rates
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Company Description
VIP & ME is a new and exclusive luxury in-home dining service in Charlotte, NC dedicated to providing unforgettable culinary experiences. We specialize in creating bespoke dining events, allowing clients to design every aspect of their experience, from selecting their preferred chef and cuisine to customizing their tablescape décor. Our mission is to bring restaurant-quality meals and exceptional service into the comfort of our clients' homes.
As we prepare to launch in January 2025, we are excited to build a team of passionate and talented independent contractors who share our commitment to excellence. Partnering with our team means working in a dynamic, creative environment where your expertise will be valued. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of in-home dining experiences while enjoying flexibility and autonomy.
Job Description
VIP & ME is seeking talented and professional personal chefs to join our luxury in-home dining service team. As a Personal Chef, you will have the unique opportunity to create personalized culinary experiences for our clients, delivering exceptional meals in the comfort of their homes. This role is ideal for skilled chefs who are passionate about fine dining and eager to showcase their culinary expertise in an intimate and exclusive setting
Key Responsibilities
- Customized Menu Creation: Design and execute personalized menus tailored to clients' preferences and dietary requirements, ensuring all specified dietary restrictions and allergy requirements are met.
- Client Consultation: Conduct at least one consultative call via Zoom, with additional calls or an on-site home visit as necessary for complex events to understand client needs and finalize menu details.
- Meal Preparation and Presentation: Prepare multi-course meals, including off-site preparation in a commercial kitchen, if necessary, with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavor.
- Ingredient Selection: Source and select the freshest ingredients, including specialty items if requested, from local markets and suppliers to create a memorable dining experience.
- Kitchen and Event Management: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhere to health and safety standards, and coordinate with other staff (e.g., servers, sommeliers, bartenders) to ensure seamless service during the event.
- Dish Plating and Presentation: Plate and serve entrees, and describe each dish along with its inspiration, ensuring the visual appeal of each dish through thoughtful styling and presentation.
- Travel and Equipment Transport: Travel to clients' homes within the designated service area, providing all necessary culinary equipment and supplies, and safely transport food to avoid health issues.
- Special Requests and Guest Interaction: Accommodate special requests during the event and engage with clients and guests to deliver an exceptional dining experience, including offering hot towel service and expressing gratitude to guests before departing.
- Safe Handling of Leftovers: Safely package, label, and store any leftovers to avoid health issues.
- Post-Event Cleaning and Documentation: Clean the kitchen after the event, document the cleaned workspace with a photograph.