Catering Event Chef — Creative Menu Lead

Bon Appétit Management Company; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A leading catering company in California is seeking a Catering Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in managing culinary operations. The role involves overseeing food preparation, controlling costs, and ensuring high standards in quality, presentation, and sanitation. Ideal candidates should have an Associate degree in Culinary Arts and relevant catering experience. This position provides opportunities for creativity in a fast-paced environment and offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in high volume, complex foodservice operations.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily culinary operations.
• Plan and develop menus for catering and special events.
• Oversee preparation, production, and execution of catering events.

Skills

Catering experience

Menu development

Food preparation

Inventory management

Cost control

Knowledge of food trends

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

A leading catering company in California is seeking a Catering Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in managing culinary operations. The role involves overseeing food preparation, controlling costs, and ensuring high standards in quality, presentation, and sanitation. Ideal candidates should have an Associate degree in Culinary Arts and relevant catering experience. This position provides opportunities for creativity in a fast-paced environment and offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.