Catering Chef

Our location in North Babylon, NY is looking for a talented and experienced Full-Time Catering Chef to lead and elevate the catering operations of our specialty market. This dynamic role is perfect for a culinary professional who takes pride in crafting high-quality, beautifully presented catering orders with precision and efficiency. The ideal candidate is detail-driven, thrives under pressure, and collaborates seamlessly with both the culinary and catering teams to deliver exceptional experiences and exceed customer expectations-all while upholding the highest standards of food safety, consistency, and presentation. Positions are immediate openings with training located at one of our nearby gourmet stores!Responsibilities* Execute catering menus in strict alignment with established recipes and portion guidelines.* Develop and manage production plans for day-of and next-day catering orders, ensuring readiness and accuracy.* Operate and navigate the FoodStorm catering platform to view, manage, and prioritize catering orders efficiently.* Coordinate with the Catering Manager to ensure all orders are fulfilled accurately and delivered on time.* Set prep lists for team members to efficiently prepare items needed for current and upcoming orders.* Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.* Ensure proper plating and packaging of catering items for visual appeal and consistency.* Work with other kitchen departments to source needed components from various programs (e.g., bakery, deli, hot bar).* Communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking staff to ensure a collaborative and efficient work environment.* Adapt and perform under pressure, especially during peak periods or high-volume order days.* Assist in other kitchen functions as needed, including inventory, prep, and cross-training opportunities.* Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace at all times.* Demonstrate strong time management and multitasking skills in a dynamic kitchen environment.* Be available to work all major holidays and support seasonal catering needs.* Other duties and functions as assignedRequirements* HS Diploma or equivalent* 2+ years of culinary experience in a catering or food production setting* Experience with catering systems, especially FoodStorm, is highly desirable* Excellent understanding of recipe compliance, food presentation, and portion control* Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments* Bilingual in Spanish/English is preferred* ServSafe or other food safety certification preferred* Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidaysWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), 50% off in store lunch, 25% off in store shopping and more!Working Conditions* Most of the time is spent moving about continuously on hard surfaces. There may be a need to frequently position oneself to examine and/or scan merchandise, including bending, climbing, crawling, handling, pulling, reaching, and stooping.* May require lifting objects up to 30 pounds. May require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects more than 30 pounds with assistance.* Usually in a comfortable indoor environment surrounded by moving machinery and/or loud equipment that may require shouting in order to be heard. There could be exposure to temperature extremes from freezers, ovens, and/or coolers.* There may be occasional exposure to cleaning agents.