Catering Chef
Altius Search Group
Catering Chef
Our client, an elevated dining destination known for exceptional hospitality, innovative cuisine, and memorable guest experiences is in search of a Catering Chef. This Chef will oversee all culinary operations for the new catering kitchen, leading menu execution, production planning, food quality, and event support. This individual will play a key role in developing efficient systems, maintaining the highest culinary standards, and ensuring flawless execution for weddings, corporate functions, social events, and private dining experiences.
Responsibilities
- Lead all culinary production for catered and private events.
- Plan, prep, and execute menus for off-site and on-site functions.
- Partner with the Director of Events to ensure seamless event execution.
- Establish production schedules, prep systems, and kitchen workflows for the new catering operation.
- Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
- Manage food ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships.
- Control food and labor costs while meeting financial goals.
- Hire, train, schedule, and develop catering kitchen staff.
- Ensure compliance with all sanitation, food safety, and health regulations.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and leadership team on seasonal menus and special event offerings.
- Assist with event setup and execution as needed.
Qualifications
- 35+ years of culinary leadership experience in catering, banquet, hotel, restaurant, or high-volume event operations.
- Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining exceptional quality.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Experience with production planning and large-scale food preparation.
- Knowledge of food costing, purchasing, inventory, and labor management.
- ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event needs.
Preferred Experience
- Experience launching or building a catering or commissary kitchen.
- Fine dining or upscale hospitality background.
- Experience with weddings, corporate catering, and luxury private events.
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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