Culinary Project Manager - High-Volume Events

Cotton Holdings Inc.; National (MD); Remote; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotton Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Culinary Project Manager to oversee high-volume culinary events, lead menu development, and manage kitchen operations from start to finish.

The ideal candidate has a passion for hands-on cooking and project management, with a track record in budgeting, inventory control, staff supervision, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Join our innovative team and contribute to diverse events with a strong focus on quality, creativity, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional culinary experience, with high-volume events.
• Culinary degree preferred, or equivalent fast-paced kitchen experience.
• Expertise in food cost management and inventory control.
• Strong leadership to manage large teams and events.
• Willingness to travel and occasional after-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Culinary leadership for high-volume events from menu planning to kitchen staff oversight.
• Oversee budget and cost management for food and labor.
• Develop innovative menus tailored to client needs.
• Manage inventory and coordinate with vendors.
• Lead pre-event planning through post-event cleanup.
• Mentor culinary staff and ensure timely execution.
• Act as primary client contact during events.
• Coordinate with BD team, kitchen managers, and vendors.
• Ensure flawless execution from kitchen to guest experience.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Budget management

Inventory management

Menu development

Team leadership

Vendor coordination

Event planning

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Cotton Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Culinary Project Manager to oversee high-volume culinary events, lead menu development, and manage kitchen operations from start to finish.

The ideal candidate has a passion for hands-on cooking and project management, with a track record in budgeting, inventory control, staff supervision, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Join our innovative team and contribute to diverse events with a strong focus on quality, creativity, and client satisfaction.