Catering Lead

The Press Club Grill; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Flexible schedules

Holidays off

Paid time off

Employee meals

Job summary

Alpaca Chicken is seeking a Catering Lead to organize catering orders, manage drivers, and oversee staff performance in a fast-paced setting. The role requires clear communication, attention to detail, and hands-on leadership to ensure timely, high-quality service.

You will partner with management to maintain inventory, coordinate events, and support store operations while promoting our values of quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be organized, proactive, and reliable.
• Strong communication with staff and drivers.
• Experience leading catering operations and coordinating events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate catering orders, schedules, and drivers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor inventory, assist with store par levels, and oversee prep quality.
• Lead staff during events, mentor team, and communicate with managers.
• Schedule availability, report store activities, and support pop-up events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Job description

We’re looking for an organized, proactive, and reliable individual to fill the Catering Lead role. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with a focus on efficient order coordination and team leadership. As a key member of our team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring seamless catering operations, maintaining inventory, and leading staff to deliver high-quality service. We seek someone who is detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks at once, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you’re ready to take charge, work collaboratively with others, and support the company’s goals, we want you on our team!

Working at Alpaca, you’ll get benefits including:

• Competitive Pay (please note: the listed pay rate includes base hourly wage + tips)
• Opportunities For Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Holidays Off
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Meals

Our mission is to exceed each guests’ expectations through genuine service and food quality.

The Values We Live By:

• Family: We are a group of people who support, trust in, and care for one another.
• Integrity: We are honest and have strong moral principles.
• Respect: We care for the feelings, wishes, rights, and traditions of others.
• Gratitude: We are thankful; we appreciate the opportunity to serve our community.
• Quality: We maintain a high degree of excellence in all that we do.

The Catering Lead role varies day to day. You may be responsible for any of the following duties on any certain day.

Duties: (full list of mixed duties)

• Order Coordination & Communication:
  • Organize and track catering orders (time, date, address) using a whiteboard and calendar.
  • Post orders the night before, confirm details with stores and CSC, and assign drivers.
  • Primary contact for drivers and managers via WhatsApp; ensure clear communication across teams.

• Inventory & Operations:
  • Collaborate with GM on store par levels and inventory needs.
  • Oversee order prep, execution, and ensure food quality and punctuality.
  • Maintain vehicles and handle driver payouts.

• Scheduling & Availability:
  • Maintain open availability and communicate days off with GM.
  • Report on store activities and support pop-up events.

• Leadership & Team Support:
  • Lead staff in executing orders with urgency and initiative.
  • Take charge in the absence of other managers and support company goals.
  • Participate in manager meetings and ensure smooth store operations.

About Alpaca Chicken:

As a veteran, minority, and family-owned restaurant since 2007, our values lead the way. Quality, respect, and gratitude go into every plate we serve. And our integrity shows in our transparent approach to all-natural ingredients, free of added hormones or FDA allergens. We make protein and flavor-rich dishes for a happy, healthy life.

From our Pollo a la Brasa, marinated and slow-cooked over wood charcoal, to our premium sides, we say “Don’t worry. Eat happy!” because our healthy, hearty meals are an affordable, quick, and guilt-free choice for your family.

Join us and see why our Peruvian specialty has been called “the best chicken in town.”

Vamos a comer!