Culinary Project Lead - High-Volume Events

Fullcirclerestoration; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Innovative environment

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Fullcircle Restoration is seeking a Culinary Project Manager to oversee high-volume events, lead menu development, and manage kitchen operations from start to finish. The role requires a passion for hands-on cooking and managing complex projects, including budgeting and staff supervision.

The ideal candidate will travel as needed and bring extensive experience in large-scale culinary execution, ensuring excellence in food preparation and presentation across events.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional culinary experience.
• Experience managing high-volume events and kitchen operations.
• Strong budgeting, inventory control, and staff supervision.
• Willingness to travel and adapt to varying schedules.

Responsibilities

• Culinary leadership for high-volume events from menu planning to kitchen execution.
• Budget and cost management for food and labor.
• Menu development tailored to client needs and event themes.
• Inventory management and vendor coordination for timely deliveries.
• Oversee event staffing, kitchen setup, and on-site client communication.
• Mentor and supervise culinary staff to ensure timely, quality service.
• Serve as primary culinary liaison with clients during events to ensure satisfaction.
• Coordinate with Business Development, kitchen managers, and vendors to finalize event details.

Skills

High-volume events

Budgeting

Menu development

Staff supervision

Vendor management

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Fullcircle Restoration is seeking a Culinary Project Manager to oversee high-volume events, lead menu development, and manage kitchen operations from start to finish. The role requires a passion for hands-on cooking and managing complex projects, including budgeting and staff supervision.

The ideal candidate will travel as needed and bring extensive experience in large-scale culinary execution, ensuring excellence in food preparation and presentation across events.