Lead On-Site Event Chef | High-Impact Catering

Catering Works

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Catering Works seeks an On-Site Lead Event Chef and Chef de Partie to manage on-site catering events from start to finish. You will lead kitchen operations, guide the team, and collaborate with the Executive Chef, Event Manager, and Sales Team to realize client visions.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the commissary, traveling to venues, setting up field kitchens, and supervising staff. The role demands leadership under pressure and delivering memorable food experiences across all

Qualifications

35+ years of experience in high-volume catering, banquets, or restaurant kitchens.
Strong knife skills, sauté, sauce work, and hot-holding techniques.
Leadership and teaching: clearly direct, train, and keep a kitchen team calm in fast-paced service.
Organization and attention to detail: adhere to pack lists, labeling, time management, and presentation.
Food safety: ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain) with HACCP knowledge.
Availability: Nights and weekends year-round; valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand 8–10+ hours.

Responsibilities

Event Pack-Out, Commissary Preparation, and culinary timeline briefing with Executive Chef.
On-site kitchen setup and field operations, traveling to venues and directing prep areas.
Brief onsite prep cooks on event details, portions, dietary restrictions, and timing.
Lead across service formats: passed hors d'oeuvres, plated dinners, stations, buffets.
Enforce food safety practices and oversee breakdown, inventory, and storage.