Lead On‑Site Catering Chef — Elevate Event Menus

Wearefoundingfarmers; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wearefoundingfarmers is seeking an Event Chef to lead culinary execution onsite at catering events, overseeing food prep, timing, and kitchen staff. You will ensure quality, safety, and presentation align with company standards, arriving on time and in proper attire with professionalism.

The role requires reliable transportation to off-premise and on-site catering events throughout the Washington, DC metro area, Virginia, and Maryland, with the production center in District Heights, MD.

Qualifications

• Three years of catering operations experience in a supervisory role.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation and kitchen safety.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the culinary lead on-site for assigned off-premise events.
• Execute menu according to recipes, standards, and event specifications.
• Oversee on-site cooking, finishing, plating, and garnishing as required.
• Manage food timing and pacing per the event timeline outlined by the Event Designer; adjust timing as needed.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation throughout the event.
• Supervise kitchen staff, including sous chefs, prep and runners on site.
• Enforce all food safety, sanitation, and temperature-control standards.
• Coordinate food replenishment for buffets, stations, and passing service.

Skills

Leadership

ServSafe

Food safety

Team supervision

Communication

Catering operations

Job description

Wearefoundingfarmers is seeking an Event Chef to lead culinary execution onsite at catering events, overseeing food prep, timing, and kitchen staff. You will ensure quality, safety, and presentation align with company standards, arriving on time and in proper attire with professionalism.

The role requires reliable transportation to off-premise and on-site catering events throughout the Washington, DC metro area, Virginia, and Maryland, with the production center in District Heights, MD.