Executive Catering Chef - Lead High-Volume, Local/Scratch

The Hunter Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits and growth

Job summary

The Hunter Group is seeking an Executive Catering Chef to lead our culinary team at a premier Chicago property, directing off-premise and on-site banquet operations for corporate and social events.

You will craft all-scratch menus focused on local, sustainable ingredients, supervise high-volume service, and foster a calm, confident kitchen leadership style to inspire the team. Ideal candidates bring a stable background in upscale catering and a passion for hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience leading high-volume banquets and off-premise catering.
• Proven track record in fine-dining catering at upscale venues.
• Calm, decisive leadership and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead banquet and catering operations for corporate and social events at a premier Chicago property.
• Develop all-scratch menus emphasizing local, sustainable ingredients.
• Oversee kitchen staff, ensure on-time service and impeccable quality.

Skills

High-volume catering

Fine dining

Team leadership

Calm leadership

Menu development

Job description

The Hunter Group is seeking an Executive Catering Chef to lead our culinary team at a premier Chicago property, directing off-premise and on-site banquet operations for corporate and social events.

You will craft all-scratch menus focused on local, sustainable ingredients, supervise high-volume service, and foster a calm, confident kitchen leadership style to inspire the team. Ideal candidates bring a stable background in upscale catering and a passion for hospitality.