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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $95,000.00 - $110,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities
supportive work environment
Opportunity to lead a high-profile culinary team
Job Description
Rocky Top Catering is a prominent catering service provider affiliated with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Renowned for delivering exceptional culinary experiences across a diverse range of events, Rocky Top Catering specializes in institutional dining, athletic venue services, premium stadium hospitality, and upscale catering both on and off the university campus. The company prides itself on from-scratch cooking, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality that supports the dynamic and high-volume nature of sporting events, university functions, and corporate engagements within the Chapel Hill community. The team at Rocky Top Catering is dedicated to building strong... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of executive chef experience in large-scale, high-volume operations
- experience in stadiums, arenas, large banquet resorts, cruise lines, or similar environments
- multi-unit management experience
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- strong leadership and team management skills
- excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to work in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of Executive Chef experience in large-scale, high-volume operations
- experience in stadiums, arenas, large banquet resorts, cruise lines, or similar environments strongly preferred
- multi-unit experience highly desirable
- stadium or sports venue experience strongly preferred
- proven from-scratch cooking experience
- strong business acumen with accountability and ownership mindset
- exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
- background or working knowledge in nutrition and athletic dietary programs preferred
- confident, professional communicator capable of representing the brand at the highest level
Job Duties
- Lead and execute all culinary operations for stadium events, premium hospitality, and catering services
- plan and execute large-scale events with a logistics-driven, one-month-out mindset, accounting for limited space, time, equipment, and staffing
- manage and mentor culinary teams through hands-on leadership, coaching, and development
- maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation
- oversee administrative functions including menu development, costing, labor management, ordering, inventory, and budgeting
- collaborate closely with the Culinary Director and operations leadership to align culinary strategy with business goals
- serve as a polished, client-facing representative of Rocky Top Catering, building and maintaining strong client and university relationships
- support off-site events, large-scale prep at the central commissary kitchen, and other company kitchens as needed
- ensure compliance with company policies, nutritional standards including athletic dietary needs, and food safety regulations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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