Executive Catering Chef for Campus Events & Athletics

Georgia Southern University; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Southern University is seeking a Head Chef - Catering for the Statesboro Campus. You will lead all culinary operations for campus catering, events, and premium athletics hospitality, ensuring high-quality food and service.

The role oversees menu development, inventory management, and production planning while guiding a team of culinary staff to deliver exceptional catering experiences for the campus community.

Qualifications

• Degree in Hotel/Restaurant Administration or Culinary Management with 4 years of experience or a high school diploma/GED with 5 years of work‑related experience in a high‑volume operation, including 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in food service, banquets, hospitality, or event management

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations for university catering, premium football suite and cabana hospitality, athletic meals, and the events.
• Collaborate with event planners and clients to develop customized menus and execute catered events from planning through service.
• Manage catering inventory, purchasing, receiving, production planning, and food cost controls to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Serve as the lead chef during high-profile campus and athletic events, overseeing production timelines, staffing, and operational excellence.
• Utilize university-approved technology for menu planning, forecasting, recipe management, ordering, inventory control, and continuous improvement of catering operations.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and mentor catering culinary staff while maintaining high standards for food safety, sanitation, and customer service

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Team management

Computer skills

Education

Degree in Hotel/Restaurant Administration or Culinary Management

High school diploma/GED with 5 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Georgia Southern University is seeking a Head Chef - Catering for the Statesboro Campus. You will lead all culinary operations for campus catering, events, and premium athletics hospitality, ensuring high-quality food and service.

The role oversees menu development, inventory management, and production planning while guiding a team of culinary staff to deliver exceptional catering experiences for the campus community.