Off Premise Catering Chef

Butler's Pantry; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Flexible hours

Employee Appreciation events

Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Plan

401k with Employer Match

Job summary

Butler's Pantry in Missouri is seeking an experienced Off Premise Catering Chef for part-time events. You will lead culinary execution at offsite events, ensuring top quality and adherence to Butler’s Pantry standards.

The role emphasizes flexibility, strong people skills, and the ability to adapt to varying event requirements. You will work with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional experiences for clients.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in a catering or restaurant leadership role.
• Ability to problem-solve in real time.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional conduct.
• Willingness to work a flexible, non-traditional schedule.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy loads.
• Hepatitis A vaccination is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and presentation of cuisine to Butler’s Pantry standards at offsite events.
• Execute tasks according to the event’s BEO.
• Ensure fresh, quality food products are maintained.
• Maintain stocked, clean, properly stored supplies.
• Resolve issues in a timely, professional manner.
• Model professional behavior and reinforce company values.
• Represent the company as an ambassador at events.

Skills

Catering leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Flexible schedule

Professional conduct

Job description

Description: Creating Awesome Experiences…it’s why we get out of bed in the morning. Kick‑Ass Catering…it’s what we do, and what we’ve been doing for more than 50 years. This is Butler's Pantry.

And we are looking for someone with a passion for food to be our Off Premise Catering Chef.

The Off Premise Catering Chef is a part‑time position that offers flexible hours based on your availability and business need. The Catering Chef is responsible for the successful execution of culinary operations at Butler’s Pantry events. Through consistency and a keen eye for detail, the Catering Chef will set the tone and expectations for the rest of the off‑site culinary team, while remaining committed to not only meeting, but exceeding client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and presentation of the cuisine as per Butler’s Pantry standards and play an active role in quality control by owning responsibility for the integrity of Butler’s Pantry cuisine at our offsite events
• Execute all required tasks according to the event’s BEO
• Enforce the guarantee of fresh, quality food product in all situations
• Ensure supplies are stocked, cleaned, and properly stored
• Work to resolve issues in a timely and professional manner
• Model appropriate behavior and encourage team members to follow suit.
• Act as an ambassador of the Company by sharing the Company’s core values, vision and direction with others.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet the goals of the organization

Qualifications And Requirements

• 3 years of relevant experience in a catering or restaurant leadership role
• Ability to problem-solve in real time
• Ability to interact with people with ease, using highly developed interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Mature, independent judgment and ability to handle a fast pace, stress and change, in a professional manner
• Ability to work a flexible and sometimes non-traditional schedule
• Ability to work a sometimes physically demanding position that requires standing for long periods of time and ability to lift heavy loads
• Reliable transportation
• Hepatitis A vaccination is required

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Flexible hours
• Employee Appreciation events
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• 401k with Employer Match (Must meet eligibility requirements)