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Off Premise Catering Chef

Job Overview

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Benefits

competitive compensation
Flexible Hours
employee appreciation events
Employer-paid employee assistance plan
401k with employer match

Job Description

Butler's Pantry is a distinguished catering company with over 50 years of experience in creating exceptional and memorable culinary experiences. Specializing in kick-ass catering, Butler's Pantry takes pride in delivering high-quality food and outstanding service to a diverse clientele. Rooted in a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, Butler's Pantry has built a reputation for consistently exceeding expectations in every event they cater. Their passion for food and dedication to creating awesome experiences set them apart as a leader in the catering industry. The company values a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and a shared vision to inspire both their team and clients alike.

The opportunity available at Butler's Pantry is for an Off Premise Catering Chef, a part-time position designed to offer flexible hours that align with the candidate's availability and business needs. The Catering Chef plays a crucial role in the success of culinary operations during Butler's Pantry events held off-site. This role demands a professional who not only demonstrates culinary expertise but also possesses a keen eye for detail and quality control. As the leader of the off-site culinary team, the Catering Chef sets the tone and standards for food preparation, presentation, and overall execution.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about food and committed to upholding the highest standards of service and cuisine integrity. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation and presentation to meet Butler’s Pantry’s exacting standards, actively participating in quality control processes, and ensuring that all culinary tasks are performed in compliance with detailed event specifications. The Catering Chef enforces the guarantee of fresh and quality food products at all moments, manages inventory and ensures that supplies are properly stocked, stored, and cleaned. They are expected to handle issues promptly and professionally, modeling positive behavior that aligns with the company’s core values and vision.

Butler’s Pantry emphasizes a collaborative working environment where team members are encouraged to embody professionalism, efficiency, and hospitality in every aspect of their work. The Off Premise Catering Chef will not only lead but also motivate their team, ensuring the highest level of client satisfaction and event success. The position offers competitive compensation along with valuable benefits such as flexible scheduling, employee appreciation events, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and an employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for support and well-being.

This role is physically demanding, requiring the ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy loads, which suits candidates who are energetic and ready to handle the fast-paced nature of catering events. A valid Hepatitis A vaccination and reliable transportation are mandatory. Overall, the Off Premise Catering Chef position at Butler’s Pantry is an excellent fit for culinary professionals seeking a flexible, part-time role dedicated to excellence in catering and event food service.

Job Requirements

  • 3 years of relevant experience in a catering or restaurant leadership role
  • ability to problem-solve in real time
  • ability to interact with people with ease using highly developed interpersonal skills
  • professional appearance and conduct
  • mature, independent judgment and ability to handle a fast pace, stress and change professionally
  • ability to work a flexible and sometimes non-traditional schedule
  • ability to work a sometimes physically demanding position that requires standing for long periods of time and ability to lift heavy loads
  • reliable transportation
  • hepatitis A vaccination is required

Job Qualifications

  • 3 years of relevant experience in a catering or restaurant leadership role
  • ability to problem-solve in real time
  • ability to interact with people with ease using highly developed interpersonal skills
  • professional appearance and conduct
  • mature, independent judgment and ability to handle a fast pace, stress and change professionally

Job Duties

  • Oversee the preparation and presentation of the cuisine as per Butler's Pantry standards
  • play an active role in quality control by owning responsibility for the integrity of Butler's Pantry cuisine at offsite events
  • execute all required tasks according to the event's BEO
  • enforce the guarantee of fresh, quality food product in all situations
  • ensure supplies are stocked, cleaned, and properly stored
  • work to resolve issues in a timely and professional manner
  • model appropriate behavior and encourage team members to follow suit
  • act as an ambassador of the Company by sharing the Company's core values, vision and direction with others
  • perform other duties as assigned to meet the organization's goals

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