Chef at Allan Myers, Inc

Worcester Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Planning, Menu Creation, Food Preparation, Presentation, Organizational Skills, Multitasking, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Vendor Relations, Food Safety, Sanitation, Culinary Leadership, Hospitality, Equipment Maintenance

Industry

Construction

Description

Responsibilities Allan Myers is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chef to join our team. This role requires a seasoned professional with over 10 years of culinary experience, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences. The Executive Chef will lead all food-related operations for onsite employee luncheons, customer appreciation events, and special gatherings, including tailgating at Eagles games and Allan Myers campus events. This position involves managing a traveling food preparation trailer equipped with modern appliances, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, and presentation. Key Responsibilities: Event Planning & Execution: Plan and execute an annual schedule of culinary events, including jobsite luncheons, tailgates, and corporate gatherings. Create menus tailored to various events, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences as needed. Travel to event locations and manage all aspects of food preparation and service for groups ranging from 20 to 200 people, including tailgating or other supporting events among the Mid-Atlantic region. Culinary Leadership: Lead all food handling, preparation, and cooking activities using the company’s state-of-the-art traveling kitchen trailer. Maintain exceptional food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with regional regulations and company policies. Inventory Management & Purchasing: Oversee the procurement of high-quality ingredients and supplies, ensuring cost-effective purchasing and efficient inventory management. Establish and maintain relationships with vendors to secure the best products and pricing. Team Collaboration & Customer Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams to align culinary services with event goals and enhance overall customer and employee experiences. Represent the company as a culinary ambassador, delivering exceptional service and hospitality to all attendees. Operational Excellence: Manage the upkeep and maintenance of the traveling kitchen trailer and all associated equipment. Monitor and report on event performance metrics, providing recommendations for continuous improvement. Qualifications Experience: Minimum of 10 years in professional culinary roles, with significant experience in large-scale event catering and mobile food operations. Certification: Valid food handling and preparation certifications (ServSafe or equivalent required). Skills: Expertise in menu creation, food preparation, and presentation. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple events and schedules. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with employees, customers, and vendors. Other: Willingness to travel extensively within the mid-Atlantic region. Ability to lift and transport equipment and supplies as needed. Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in corporate event catering or similar roles. Knowledge of regional cuisines and the ability to incorporate diverse flavors into menus. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control costs without compromising quality. Overview Our Company Does Work That Matters Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid-Atlantic. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters. At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential. Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:Allan Myers maintains a preferred vendor list and does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies not under contract. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement and prior written authorization from our Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the property of Allan Myers. We reserve the right to engage with such candidates (contact, interview and hire) without financial obligation. No other employee is authorized to approve resume submissions or bind Allan Myers to any fee arrangement.

Responsibilities

The Chef will lead all food-related operations for onsite employee luncheons, customer appreciation events, and special gatherings, including managing a traveling food preparation trailer across the Mid-Atlantic region. Key duties involve planning and executing culinary events, maintaining high food safety standards, and overseeing ingredient procurement and inventory.