Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,500.00 - $97,200.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
performance bonuses
Job Description
Our company is a distinguished catering service provider known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences for a variety of events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale banquets. With an unwavering commitment to quality, creativity, and client satisfaction, we specialize in providing innovative and customized catering menus that celebrate seasonal ingredients and diverse tastes. As a leader in the catering industry, we pride ourselves on operational excellence and a strong collaborative culture that empowers our kitchen teams. Employing cutting-edge techniques and maintaining strict adherence to health and safety standards, we continue to set the bar for catering services that are as memorable... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary school graduate
- 7-10 years of progressive kitchen leadership including banquet/catering experience
- experience managing food and labor budgets
- P&L accountability
- vendor negotiation skills
- strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills
- ability to stand for long shifts
- ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- comfort working in a fast-paced environment
- passion for menu development and culinary innovation
Job Qualifications
- Culinary school graduate
- 7-10 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience including banquet and catering roles
- demonstrated success in managing food and labor budgets
- P&L accountability
- strong communication skills
- coaching and conflict-resolution skills
- ability to inspire and develop diverse teams
- knowledge of local health and safety regulations
- experience in vendor negotiation
- proficiency in menu development
- leadership and team development experience
Job Duties
- Design catering menus aligned with seasonal availability, client preferences, and budget goals
- oversee recipe standardization, portion control, and plating guidelines to ensure consistency across all shifts
- lead tastings with kitchen staff to incorporate feedback and finalize menu offerings
- prepare and manage annual food and labor budgets
- monitor profit and loss performance and implement corrective actions
- negotiate with vendors for best pricing, quality, and delivery schedules
- maintain strong supplier partnerships
- implement inventory controls, minimize waste, and drive continuous cost-saving initiatives
- recruit, onboard, and train culinary staff
- establish clear performance expectations and growth plans
- conduct daily briefings and post-service debriefs to communicate priorities, share learnings, and reinforce standards
- model emotional intelligence, address conflicts promptly, provide constructive feedback, and recognize achievements
- ensure all kitchen operations meet local health and safety regulations including DHEC and serving-site standards
- conduct regular audits of sanitation, food-safety procedures, and equipment maintenance
- lead certification or training sessions on food-safety, knife skills, and new culinary techniques
- partner with leadership on menu proposals, site visits, and custom catering requests
- drive process improvements, streamline prep workflows, optimize kitchen layout, and introduce time-saving technologies
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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