Culinary Event Lead — Off-Premise Catering Leader

Continental; Troy (MI); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Continental is seeking a Culinary Event Lead to guide off-premise catering, ranging from intimate gatherings to large events up to 2,000 guests. You will lead culinary execution, ensure food quality, manage menus and timelines, and work with a dynamic events team.

The role requires strong leadership, organization, and communication, with 5+ years in food service and 2+ years in supervisory roles; Serve Safe Manager certification or completion within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional food-service experience.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory or management experience.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of kitchen techniques.
• Ability to read and execute menus, recipes, and production sheets.
• Serve Safe Manager Certified or certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsabilités

• Lead or assist culinary execution for off-premise events from 10 to 2,000 guests.
• Review event details, timelines, and service expectations prior to departure.
• Ensure food safety, transport, handling, and presentation meet standards.
• Direct setup, execution, replenishment, and breakdown at venues.
• Provide coaching and leadership to culinary staff during service.

Connaissances

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Menu understanding

Food safety

Formation

Culinary degree or certificate

Description du poste

Continental is seeking a Culinary Event Lead to guide off-premise catering, ranging from intimate gatherings to large events up to 2,000 guests. You will lead culinary execution, ensure food quality, manage menus and timelines, and work with a dynamic events team.

The role requires strong leadership, organization, and communication, with 5+ years in food service and 2+ years in supervisory roles; Serve Safe Manager certification or completion within 90 days.