Enterprise Catering Lead

Job Title: Enterprise Catering Lead

Reports to: Culinary Director of Social Enterprises

Type: Full-Time 


Category: Culinary

Salary: $55,000

Location: Lowell, MA

About UTEC Inc.:
UTEC’s promise is to ignite and nurture the ambition of our most disengaged youth to trade violence and poverty for social and economic success. UTEC’s outcomes-focused model begins with intensive street outreach, reaching proven high-risk youth where they’re at. UTEC engages youth in workforce development and educational programs and provides mental health services and intensive case management. Social justice and civic engagement are embedded in all programming. For more info, please visit

UTEC is committed to its vision for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion which pledges to honor the lived experiences and expertise of individuals; create community and celebration of cultures; challenge all forms of oppression; and embody a culture that leans into discomfort and recognizes it as a growth opportunity. UTEC is dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practice, the health, mental health, and overall well-being of young adults and staff and to creating an environment that supports work-life balance and the individual and professional growth of all.

We strongly encourage people of color, individuals from historically marginalized communities, and those with lived experience related to the communities we serve to apply. UTEC is also proud to be a second-chance employer. We believe that past involvement with the legal system should not be a barrier to meaningful employment, and we welcome applicants regardless of criminal record.

Job Summary:
The Enterprise Catering Lead will oversee day-to-day operations for the UTEC Catering Enterprise. Duties include food prep, menu design & delivery, catering for 80 in house daily, transportation of external catering, setup and breakdown of event and external catering, support of event hosting, youth work and commitment to the needs of a growing Catering Social Enterprise.


Key Responsibilities:

• Lead food prep and setup, as well as cleanup and breakdown
• Lead and oversee the delivery of catering menu and programming meals in a timely fashion
• Prioritize on time delivery and communication around external catering obligations
• Collaborates with the Culinary Director to learn the menu and be able to deliver all menu items independently
• Train and manage new employees and/or Enterprise YA Trainees
• Train existing employees on standards, new processes/procedures, and menu changes
• Establish structure and take weekly inventory, ensuring appropriate product rotation
• Provide Young Adult employees with consistent feedback and support
• Work with Culinary Director to deliver excellent communication, order management and on-time completion of catering jobs
• To deliver all catering menu items with appropriate support, in a timely fashion
• Advanced planning and contingency planning to understand upcoming obligations and to be accountable to on-time delivery of catered events and opportunities
• Ensure the cleanliness and order of the catering kitchen, and adhere to all health code expectations and standards

​​​​ Required Skills/Abilities:

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with food and kitchen equipment
• A quick and adaptable learner and teacher
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Positive attitude, ability to motivate a team on a day-to-day basis
• Collaborative communication skills
• Ability to be accountable and hold others accountable in upholding high standards
• Servsafe Manager certification or equivalent preferred
• High School Credential or equivalent preferred

Education and Experience:

• High School credential or equivalent
• Servsafe Manager certification
• Allergen Awareness certification
• Previous supervisory experience
• Proven track record in upholding standards

Physical Requirements:

• Work standing for extended periods
• Intermittent bending, stooping, and/or squatting
• Possible exposure to different temperatures and humidity levels
• Exposure to food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, soy, fish, shellfish, wheat, eggs, milk)
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull weights of up to 60 pounds

Compensation: 
$55,000 plus benefits . UTEC offers a competitive benefits package that starts with 3 weeks of vacation plus a week off between the Christmas and New Year holidays, 12 holidays, 10 sick days, 2 personal days, and 3 bereavement days, as well as health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one. We also offer life insurance, first-time homeowners down payment assistance, cost-of-living increases, a paid sabbatical after three years, and a 401K retirement plan with up to $2,000 savings match. See more about our benefits here.

UTEC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, UTEC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.