Lead Event Chef: Orchestrate Unforgettable Catering

Lyle Pearson; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Puff ‘n Stuff is seeking a Lead Event Chef to head our back-of-house teams at off-site catering events. You will mentor culinary staff, coordinate with the Event Supervisor, and ensure on-time, high-quality service. Flexibility and critical thinking are essential to exceed client expectations.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, unloading/setup, coaching, and ensuring adherence to SEO and food safety standards throughout each event.

Qualifications

• 2 years of culinary leadership experience in catering or restaurant
• Proficient with HACCP and health department guidelines
• Ability to lead and coach a culinary team on-site
• Strong time management and multi-project coordination
• Food Handler Certification preferred
• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication
• Valid FL Driver's License with clean record

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site culinary team members and verify attendance
• Direct unloading and setup of culinary areas and workstations
• Provide feedback and coaching to the team
• Lead the team to prepare, heat, plate, and garnish according to SEO
• Ensure safe food handling before, during, and after events
• Coordinate with Event Supervisor to load food/equipment as per SEO
• Drive to/from events in company truck with Event Supervisor

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Food handling knowledge

Fluent English

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Safety minded

Job description

Puff ‘n Stuff is seeking a Lead Event Chef to head our back-of-house teams at off-site catering events. You will mentor culinary staff, coordinate with the Event Supervisor, and ensure on-time, high-quality service. Flexibility and critical thinking are essential to exceed client expectations.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, unloading/setup, coaching, and ensuring adherence to SEO and food safety standards throughout each event.