Catering/Events Team Leader

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a prominent retail grocery organization headquartered in Tyler, Texas. It proudly operates through five unique store banners—Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's—spanning over 215 locations across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. BGC is deeply rooted in community values and strives to foster an inclusive, supportive work environment where every employee can thrive and develop their career. Known for their commitment to wellness, flexibility, ownership, and a culture that empowers growth, BGC offers comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage, paid time off, 401(k) retirement plans with company contributions, exclusive employee discounts, scholarships, and access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area designed to foster balance and well-being.

This role focuses on assisting management in overseeing catering and events operations to enhance sales, drive store traffic, and increase guest engagement. The Catering and Events Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the planning and execution of special events and activities, including coordinating catering deliveries, set-ups, serving, and clean-ups. The position demands a mix of excellent customer service, operational coordination, and leadership to help train and develop team members. Responsibilities include estimating food quantities for events, suggesting appropriate menus, and working closely with talent bookings such as musicians and guest chefs to promote the catering experience. Maintaining high standards of food safety, sanitation, and quality control is essential, alongside adhering to company safety procedures. This job requires collaboration with the department manager for efficient scheduling and performance feedback. It is ideal for individuals with basic knowledge of catering operations who are eager to contribute in a fast-paced retail environment. The workplace culture emphasizes teamwork, safety, learning adaptability, and effective communication. Candidates for this role should be prepared to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and must possess a food handler certification. A high school diploma or GED and relevant cooking experience or equivalent education and experience are prerequisites. Overall, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to join a company focused on career growth, community engagement, and exceptional service delivery in the grocery and catering industry.