Executive Chef/Catering Manager

Cedar Rapids Kernels; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A minor league baseball club is seeking an experienced Executive Chef/Catering Manager to join their Food and Beverage team. The successful candidate will design appealing menus and manage day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health standards and effective leadership of kitchen staff. This full-time position includes benefits and requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a culinary degree preferred. A valid driver's license and travel within the Cedar Rapids area are also essential.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership is necessary to oversee Food and Beverage Catering.
• Effective communication is crucial for conveying information.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Design and create appealing menus.
• Prepare high-quality dishes while adhering to recipes.
• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations including inventory control.
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with departments for smooth catering operations.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and continuously improve the menu.

Skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Culinary Degree

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

The Executive Chef/Catering Manager will be joining our admirable Food and Beverage team working for the Cedar Rapids Ball Club, Inc, which is home to the Cedar Rapids Kernels, a Minnesota Twins Affiliate. Under the leadership of the Director of Food and Beverage, the Executive Chef/Catering Manager will be responsible for player meals and catering within the community.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and create diverse and appealing menus that align with the culinary vision of the Cedar Rapids Ball Club, Inc.
• Prepare dishes, ensuring high-quality standards and adherence to recipes.
• Working with team dietitians to formulate a menu for player meals while following various dietary restrictions
• Managing day-to-day kitchen operations, including inventory control, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Leading and supervising kitchen staff, providing guidance, and conducting training sessions to enhance skills and efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations, maintaining cleanliness, and upholding food safety standards.
• Collaborating with other departments, and teams, to facilitate smooth catering operations.
• Staying updated on culinary trends, experimenting with new ingredients and techniques, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the menu.
• Set-up and tear down of all caterings, including delivery

Requirements

Strong leadership is mandatory for this role as you will oversee Food and Beverage Catering. Effective communication is crucial for conveying information to teams, customers, and co-workers. This includes written and verbal communication. Must be adept at identifying issues and finding practical solutions that may arise in the day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will need to multi-task and prioritize to be successful in this position. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Serve Safe Certification Preferred

Culinary Degree Preferred

This is a full-time salaried position with benefits offered. Travel within the Cedar Rapids area is expected, with the company vehicle being provided for all catering deliveries.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.