Executive Catering Chef at Saint Arnold Brewing Company

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary management, Menu planning, Staff training, Inventory management, Food safety, Kitchen operations, Leadership, Recipe development, Budgeting, Event execution, Excel, Word, TripleSeat, XtraChef, HotSchedules, Communication

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description Summary: We are seeking a talented and passionate Executive Catering Chef to join our hospitality team. As Executive Catering Chef, you will foster a positive culinary culture and be responsible for overseeing all aspects of ordering, kitchen operations, portion control, menu execution, and food quality. Your expertise, creativity, and leadership will play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional private event experiences for our guests. Duties: Be a promotional spokesperson for Saint Arnold; this is a part of everyone’s job description Serve as a role model for staff regarding policy, food production standards, teamwork, attitude, and professionalism Perform all ordering for food products and kitchen supplies from multiple purveyors Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and provide feedback to kitchen staff while promoting a culture of respect Create and innovate new dishes and lead menu planning for catering menus, and multi-course beer dinners Oversee food preparations, presentation, and service for all catering events Adapt recipes for dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests Define and monitor line checks and opening & closing duties Ensure food is always stored according to local health codes Monitor inventory levels and execute monthly inventory counts Ensure the kitchen is kept clean and all food regulations are followed Collaborate with other Saint Arnold departments to ensure smooth event execution Uphold all laws, rules, regulations, and company policies regarding the serving of alcoholic beverages and proper food handling Proficiency in hospitality and kitchen management software, including Excel, Word, TripleSeat, XtraChef, and HotSchedules, and respond to all emails promptly Attend outside events as required Opening and closing duties as required Perform additional duties as needed to support successful events Requirements Minimum 5 years of supervisory kitchen experience preferred; significant prior related kitchen experience required Culinary Degree or equivalent training preferred Strong leadership in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Knowledge of weights, measures, and recipe conversions Strong understanding of food safety and inventory concepts such as FIFO, time/temperature requirements, and food storage hierarchy Food Safety Manager Certification (required before start and must be maintained) Able to use all necessary software set forth by the company Ability to maintain patience with guests and coworkers in difficult situations Must be 18 years of age or older` Ability to communicate in English (read and speak) Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively Creative problem-solving skills to address unique guest needs

Responsibilities

The Executive Catering Chef oversees all kitchen operations, including menu planning, food production, and staff management for private events. They are responsible for maintaining high culinary standards, ensuring health code compliance, and fostering a positive team culture.