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AEG · 13 hours ago

Catering Staff- Coachella & Stagecoach 2026

Indio, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22.50/hr - $25/hr

1+ years exp

AEG is a leader in live entertainment and sports, hosting millions of guests and events each year. They are seeking Catering Staff for the Coachella and Stagecoach festivals, responsible for providing excellent customer service, maintaining cleanliness, and preparing food in a fast-paced environment.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Greet guests as they enter the catering area

Ensure the dining room and serving area are set up, clean, stocked and visually appealing

Serve food, refill empty trays, make sandwiches and maintain refreshment availability, such as coffee and tea, to staff and guests

Clear, clean and reset tables to ensure they are ready for the next guests

Clean and sanitize all dishware, flatware, kitchen pots, pans and utensils

Use all chemicals properly in the correct quantities for safety and cost control

Safely and correctly operate all equipment

Carefully sort all dishware and flatware to ensure none are lost or disposed of

Clean and maintain kitchen and dish areas, floors and drains

Assist in the maintenance of kitchen storage areas, cleanliness and stocking

Clean and maintain all mats

Assist with other tasks as needed

Measure ingredients and prepare them in accordance to chef’s specifications

Wash and peel ingredients in order for them to be used in different meals

Cut and portion different types of meat according to specifications

Place food trays under food warmers

Accept or reject ingredients from food suppliers, based on their appearance and quality

Keep track of ingredient quantities

Store ingredients in dedicated containers, making sure that they are best preserved

Informs superiors when the ingredients stock is getting low or when the kitchen tools do not work properly

Clean and sanitize the working surfaces, tools, utensils and working area

Safely and correctly operate all equipment

Assist with other tasks as needed

Assist kitchen in preparing meals, prepping ingredients, packaging to-go orders, and maintaining refreshment availability such as beverages

Keep track of ingredient quantities

Responsible for maintenance, cleanliness, and sanitation in the kitchen area and working station; clean and sanitize working surfaces, tools, utensils; stocking all necessary supplies after production

Safely and correctly operate all kitchen equipment

May be responsible for food pick up off site. Prepare dining area and ensure kitchen, dining area food and beverage items are in stock

Greet staff in a professional and friendly manner and serve meals and beverages. Check in and greet staff and/or artists to catering by checking credentials upon arrival

Assist with other catering and kitchen tasks as needed

Oversee food preparation and kitchen staff. Train new kitchen staff and delegate tasks while ensuring performance of duties. Set up and prep kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment (i.e. knives, pans, food scales, etc.) while establishing food safety best practices and a clean working environment

Manage food cost and inventory by assisting venue in determination of how much food and supplies need to be ordered for event

Develop cooking recipes and menus. Cook orders accordingly based on guest preferences and ensure all dishes cooked are presented in an aesthetically pleasing way

Monitor equipment quality and order new supplies as needed

Qualification

ServSafe Food Safety certificationCulinary techniques knowledgeKitchen management experienceKnife skillsBilingual (English/Spanish)Multi-taskLift objectsWork outdoorsInterpersonal communication skills

Required

Good interpersonal communication skills

Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

Ability to lift up to 20 lbs

Ability to work outdoors in possibly extreme heat, high winds and cold desert conditions

Good interpersonal communication skills

Ability to multi-task and perform in a noisy, fast-paced environment

Ability to lift objects, such as pots, pans and other kitchen items

Ability to work outdoors in possibly extreme heat, high winds and cold desert conditions

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent knife skills

Ability to multi-task and perform in a noisy, fast-paced environment

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

Ability to work outdoors in possibly extreme heat, high winds and cold desert conditions

If hired, cooks must bring own knives to position

A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalency

A minimum 1 year of related work experience

ServSafe Food Safety certification

Ability to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work safely with a variety of kitchen equipment

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to lift up to approximately 25 lbs

A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalency

A minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience

Training courses at a culinary and/or technical school or university

ServSafe Food Safety certification

Previous kitchen management experience with demonstrated success in team building

Demonstrated knowledge of culinary techniques and practices

Knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines

Ability to work safely with a variety of kitchen equipment

Must be organized and detail oriented

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays