Catering Lead: High-Volume Kitchen & Events (Part-Time)

Combined Caterers, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Rocky Top Catering, in partnership with UNC, provides catering services at the Blue Zone at Kenan Stadium in Raleigh, NC. We are seeking a Part-Time Sous Chef to support labor management, oversee food quality, and ensure event readiness during meals and events.

The role requires hands-on leadership in production, training, sanitation, and inspections, with a focus on safety and high standards. This is temporary with potential to grow into a full-time position.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and event schedules.

Responsibilities

• Support labor management initiatives, food quality standards, event readiness, and health department compliance.
• Lead by example through professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Assist with event checkout procedures and other operational responsibilities assigned by leadership.
• Plan and prepare daily staff meals using available inventory; maximize use of aging produce and leftovers.
• Monitor kitchen operations for safety, productivity, quality, sanitation, and workflow.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Food safety

Problem-solving

Job description

Rocky Top Catering, in partnership with UNC, provides catering services at the Blue Zone at Kenan Stadium in Raleigh, NC. We are seeking a Part-Time Sous Chef to support labor management, oversee food quality, and ensure event readiness during meals and events.

The role requires hands-on leadership in production, training, sanitation, and inspections, with a focus on safety and high standards. This is temporary with potential to grow into a full-time position.