On-Call Catering Sous Chef at Carmelized Productions

Join the team at Carmelized Productions, where a passion for great food and seamless events comes together in a fast-paced, energetic environment! We’re looking for dedicated, team-oriented individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and take pride in delivering unforgettable guest experiences. Whether you’re an experienced hospitality professional or eager to grow in the catering world, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace with opportunities for advancement. If you love working with great people, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and want to be part of a company that values quality, teamwork, and creativity, we’d love to hear from you!

Carmelized Productions is a full-service catering company bringing exceptional food, warm hospitality, and flawless execution to events of all sizes. From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, we’ve built a reputation for delivering not just meals, but memorable experiences. Our menus are crafted with intention, our service is polished yet welcoming, and our team is committed to making every client and guest feel cared for.

Our approach is simple yet refined—combining fresh, seasonal cuisine with attentive service to create events that feel effortless and unforgettable. Whether we’re serving weddings, corporate events, or private celebrations, our goal is to leave a lasting impression through hospitality that shines. If you’re someone who thrives in a high-energy environment and wants to be part of a dynamic, growing company, Carmelized Productions is the place for you.

Our Core Values 

Hospitality 

Hospitality is who we are; it's the kindness we extend to each other; it's the friendly and genuine reception of our guests. Hospitality is the excitement & enthusiasm with which we approach our guests, our spaces, each other, and our positions. We expect our team members to execute our concept every day and hold hospitality paramount.

Intention

The best things in life are built and created with intention. Our concept is beautifully designed. When we approach our work with intention and thoughtfulness, it encourages everyone to create an exceptional experience for our guests and for each other.

Respect

Respect is fundamental to who we are. We respect our guests, ourselves, our team, our products, our resources, our peers, our leaders, and our space. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity and moral principles.

Teamwork 

We value our commitment to working with and listening to each other as a team; kindness and generosity are an integral part of our professional relationships. Teamwork is essential to provide a great experience to our guests. 

Determination & Readiness

We are determined to make our guests happy and we are ready to pivot and adapt at any time. We are determined to keep our restaurants clean, organized and on a path of improvement.  As a team, we are able to improvise, adapt and overcome any situation for our team and our guests. We have a readiness to satisfy the guests and meet and exceed their expectations.

What you’ll do

A Caramelized Productions Event Chef/Sous Chef assists the Chef de Cuisine (CDC) in executing culinary duties off-site at Caramelized events. This position requires preparing and executing menu items from Jon & Vinny’s, Cookbook, and Caramelized Productions. Caramelized Productions caters to both large- and small-scale events, so you must effectively manage teams of various sizes. Open communication with the PM (Production Manager) or Captain is essential to ensure the timely and successful execution of all menu items. This is an On-Call position.

Driving and Pre-Event Responsibilities:

• Driving: Driving to the event is the responsibility of the Chef staffed for the event. The Chef de Cuisine (CDC) of Caramelized Productions is the only exception.
• Arrival: If you are the Chef for the event, arrive at the commissary kitchen two hours before the event call time to inventory your food and review the pack-out.
• Pre-Event Briefing: The CDC or Catering Operations Manager will schedule a briefing one to three days before the event, providing any necessary updates or changes.
• Uniform & Presentation: Follow the uniform guidelines listed in the event details and set an example for the team. You are permitted to address individuals not adhering to the dress code.
• Aprons: You are to distribute uniforms to the BOH team onsite and ensure to get them back at the end of the shift.
• Food Preparation: Food should never be handed off to an untrained cook or a cook unfamiliar with the dish. Take the time to provide a quick demo and show a fully plated example of what is expected.

Responsibilities and Skills:

• Proficient in preparing and presenting event dishes.
• Reports directly to the Chef de Cuisine.
• Supervises, plans, and executes event operations, ensuring smooth transitions and adherence to schedule.
• Monitors team hours, assigning meals/breaks per California labor laws while considering the event timeline.The goal should always be to give all staff their meal break. 
• Maintains quality and productivity standards.
• Communicates effectively with the culinary team for efficient production.
• Demonstrates high standards in taste, quality, and presentation.
• Knowledgeable in food handling and sanitation requirements.
• Maintains clean, sanitized work areas in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of event food preparation.
• Assists in training and developing culinary team members.
• Cultivates a positive, safe, and progressive work environment.
• Collaborates with the FOH (Front of House) Manager on-site to execute successful events.

Post-Event Responsibilities:

• Vehicle Return: Returning the vehicle and unloading it is mandatory. You will be informed by the CDC if there are any special variables (such as multiple events or vehicle size) affecting this process.
• Event Recap: If you are serving as the Event Chef, submit an event recap via email within 48 hours post-event.

Additional Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required.
• It is your responsibility to adhere to all Carmelized Productions Vehicle Policy and promptly report any maintenance issues.
• Must maintain up to date ServSafe certification.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Why Join Carmelized Productions?

By joining our team, you’ll be part of a passionate, supportive group that’s constantly looking to grow, innovate, and provide the best possible experience for our guests. This role is not just about managing the floor—it’s about being a part of something bigger, contributing to a brand that’s all about warmth, inclusiveness, and the joy of sharing great food and wine.

If you’re excited about becoming a part of the Carmelized Productions family and are ready to take on the challenge of a high-volume, hospitality-focused environment, we’d love to meet you!

Apply today and let’s create unforgettable dining experiences together.