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On-Call Event Cook

Posted 2 days ago

OfficeWhippany, New Jersey, United States

About Us:

Ōme Caterers is proud to be part of the Dartcor Enterprises family — a purpose-led organization redefining hospitality as a force for connection, culture, and community. Alongside our sister brands, Dartcor Hospitality and Chelsea Hospitality, we're part of a broader ecosystem that brings hospitality to life across workplace, event, and dining experiences.

We are seeking skilled, dependable, and team-oriented Cooks to join our on-call events team. This position is ideal for culinary professionals who enjoy working in a dynamic event environment and are passionate about preparing and presenting high-quality food for a variety of occasions.

What You'll Do:

Event Cooks assist with food preparation, production, transportation, on-site finishing, and service support for corporate events, weddings, social gatherings, and special events. This role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to perform efficiently in both commissary and off-site event settings.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and execute menu items according to company recipes and standards

Assist with event production, packaging, and transportation of food and equipment

Set up and operate on-site cooking, carving, buffet, and station equipment as needed

Maintain food quality, presentation, and temperature standards throughout service

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures

Assist with loading, unloading, and breakdown of event equipment and supplies

Maintain a clean and organized work area before, during, and after events

Work collaboratively with chefs, captains, servers, and other event staff

Requirements

What We Need From You:

Prior cooking experience required; catering, banquet, or event experience preferred

Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices

Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality standards

Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and chef direction

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Must have reliable transportation, as this position requires travel to various event venues throughout the region

Dependable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Availability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays

Benefits

What You'll Get From Us:

Flexible, on-call scheduling

Opportunities to work a variety of corporate, social, wedding, and private events

Travel stipend provided for events located more than 30 miles from the employee's home base

Compensation: $30.00 per hour

We are looking for culinary professionals who take pride in their craft, work well under pressure, and are committed to delivering exceptional food experiences at every event.

Job details
Workplace
Office
Location
Whippany, New Jersey, United States

Hospitality has always been about more than service—it’s about people, belonging, and what happens when we come together as a community. At Dartcor Enterprises, we bring that belief to life across a family of brands united by one mission: to restore human connection at the heart of performance, culture, and community. As the parent and strategic anchor of Dartcor Hospitality, Chelsea Hospitality Group, and Ōme Caterers, we align vision with execution—empowering our teams to create workplaces, restaurants, events, and cultural spaces that bring people together in meaningful ways. Through this shared purpose, we help organizations and communities thrive—each brand a distinct expression of hospitality rooted in care, culture, and collective potential. Grounded, visionary, and human at our core, Dartcor Enterprises reimagines what hospitality can do—for people, for places, and for the world we share. Our Family of Brands Dartcor Hospitality The modern expression of workplace hospitality. We bring hospitality to where people work, interact, and connect—transforming offices into environments that are magnetic and alive; productive and full of purpose. Through exceptional food, thoughtful design, and genuine care, we help organizations build cultures where people thrive, teams connect, and potential is unlocked. Chelsea Hospitality Group A creative force for elevated, human hospitality. CHG designs restaurants, cafés, boutique hotels, and cultural spaces that remind us why hospitality matters. Refined yet accessible, each concept brings people together, deepens belonging, and reintroduces timeless rituals of connection in ways that feel fresh, resonant, and unforgettable. Ōme Caterers High-style, high-impact hospitality for life’s most meaningful moments. Ōme transforms celebrations into lasting memories—where soulful precision meets impeccable style, and every detail reflects genuine human warmth.

Key team members

Lina Nevoso

Lina Nevoso

Lauren Mancuso Jurecky

Lauren Mancuso Jurecky

Michelle Mizak Schneider

Michelle Mizak Schneider

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steve brancato

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