Lead Catering Chef

Life Enriching Communities; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community organization is seeking a Catering Lead to oversee food preparation for events. The role requires culinary expertise, a strong customer service background, and adherence to health standards. Join a collaborative team and make a daily impact on residents' lives.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Fund with Company Match

Education Assistance

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years related production and supervisory experience in catering/food service.
• Serv Safe Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and direct food preparation for special events.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with health standards.

Skills

Customer service

Basic cooking skills

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Arts training

Job description

Who are We? Twin Towers is a faith-based, mission-driven non-profit that is part of an integrated family of lifestyle communities, Life Enriching Communities.

Shift Available: Full Time: 10 am-8 pm

What is Your Role?

The Catering Lead is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served to residents and staff during special events. They will work with the Executive Chef/Dining Director to select, plan, and execute food preparation during these events. The Catering Lead ensures the quality and consistency of the finished product, adheres to HACCP protocols, and complies with sanitation, health, and hygiene standards. They are responsible for the proper use of supplies and equipment to minimize waste and loss. A working knowledge of food products, packaging, rotation, and basic cooking skills is required.

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability benefits for full-time associates starting after 30 days
• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank
• Retirement Fund with Company Match
• Opportunities for advancement
• Education Assistance
• Opportunity to have a daily impact in the lives of others
• Diverse, positive, and collaborative working environment

We are Seeking:

• High School Diploma and Culinary Arts training; a Culinary Arts Degree or ACF certification preferred
• Serv Safe Certification is required
• Minimum of 3 years related production and supervisory experience in catering/food service, preferably within a continuing care retirement community, hospital, hotel, or restaurant
• Customer service background and orientation
• HACCP training preferred

Life Enriching Communities is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. We are a drug-free workplace.