Senior Sous Chef - High-Volume Event Catering Lead

Honda Center; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Honda Center is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead on-site culinary teams for large-scale events in Anaheim, CA. The role focuses on high-volume banquet and catering operations, with emphasis on menu development, cost control, and staff mentorship.

On-site work, including nights and weekends, is required to deliver exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in high-volume catering, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of food cost management and kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional culinary experience with large banquet or catering events.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage a diverse team.
• Experience overseeing food cost, labor budgets, and menu planning.
• On-site kitchen operations and safety compliance are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise culinary staff during on-site events to ensure quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with F&B leaders to develop menus for weddings, corporate events, and other occasions.
• Maintain recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards for large-scale service.
• Monitor inventory, procurement, and labor costs to meet budget goals.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance on-site.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume catering

Menu planning

Food cost management

Labor budgeting

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Honda Center is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead on-site culinary teams for large-scale events in Anaheim, CA. The role focuses on high-volume banquet and catering operations, with emphasis on menu development, cost control, and staff mentorship.

On-site work, including nights and weekends, is required to deliver exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in high-volume catering, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of food cost management and kitchen operations.