Director of Culinary

Beyond Details is a distinguished luxury catering, floral, and event production company based in Nashville, Tennessee, renowned for delivering exceptional and elevated experiences for weddings, corporate events, and special celebrations across Middle Tennessee. The company focuses on combining refined hospitality with thoughtful design and top-tier culinary presentation to create memorable and intentional guest experiences. Known for its commitment to excellence, Beyond Details has built a strong reputation for luxury event production that emphasizes seamless execution and outstanding attention to detail in every aspect of its services, setting the standard for high-end catering and event planning in the region.

The Director of Culinary Operations at Beyond Details plays a pivotal role in shaping the culinary vision and operational execution of this upscale catering company. This position requires an experienced, visionary culinary leader who balances the artistry of food creation with the strategic demands of managing a high-performing kitchen. The ideal candidate will be adept not only in developing elegant, seasonal menus with sophisticated flavor profiles but also in leading culinary teams to deliver consistently beautiful, high-quality food presentations that align with the luxury brand’s standards. This role demands a professional capable of maintaining calm, structured leadership under pressure—someone who mentors and inspires while ensuring structural integrity and organization within the kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include directing the overall culinary standards, creating and maintaining SOPs, and overseeing food costing and production systems to ensure operational scalability and financial goals. The Director will also lead kitchen staff through event execution, ensuring that each dish is perfectly timed, transported, and presented during weddings, corporate functions, private dinners, and large-scale events. Beyond technical skills, this leadership role requires cultivating a culture of excellence, teamwork, and pride in a fast-paced environment, while fostering strong communication and collaboration across culinary, planning, floral, logistics, and front-of-house teams.

This role offers competitive compensation within the range of $75,000 to $85,000 annually, reflecting experience and expertise, with an event-based, flexible schedule that intensifies during peak seasons. It presents growth opportunities in culinary leadership within a flourishing luxury hospitality company committed to innovation and client satisfaction. Beyond Details values creativity, professionalism, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering luxury experiences, making this an exciting opportunity for a skilled culinary professional seeking to advance their career in a premier catering and event production environment.