Catering Executive Chef: Lead Menus & Events

Bon Appétit Management Company; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Union College, in collaboration with Bon Appétit, seeks a Catering Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and daily operations of its campus catering program. You will guide menu development, food production, and team leadership for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale campus celebrations.

You will excel in a fast-paced environment, coach a diverse culinary team, and partner with operations to deliver hospitality-driven events that reflect sustainability and community

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary teams in catering or higher education settings.
• Ability to execute high-volume catering events while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills to develop team members.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, inventory and cost-conscious operations.
• Collaborative approach with clients, guests, and cross-functional partners.
• Passion for culinary innovation and guest experiences.
• Commitment to Bon Appétit's sustainability and sourcing values.
• Culinary degree or apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting high-volume catering or events.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations for the catering program across events.
• Create seasonally inspired menus aligned with client needs and budgets.
• Oversee catering production from planning to service.
• Partner with teams to support event planning, logistics, and guest experience.
• Recruit and develop culinary team members and foster a high-performing kitchen culture.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, labor resources for efficiency and cost control.
• Monitor food quality, production standards, and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and workplace safety standards.
• Provide hands-on leadership during event preparation and service.
• Stay current on culinary trends to enhance menus and guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Team development

Food safety awareness

Budget management

Education

Culinary degree or apprenticeship

Job description

Union College, in collaboration with Bon Appétit, seeks a Catering Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and daily operations of its campus catering program. You will guide menu development, food production, and team leadership for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale campus celebrations.

You will excel in a fast-paced environment, coach a diverse culinary team, and partner with operations to deliver hospitality-driven events that reflect sustainability and community