About this role
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced Culinary Project Manager to oversee high-volume culinary events, lead menu development, and manage kitchen operations from start to finish.
- The ideal candidate will have a passion for both hands-on cooking and managing the intricacies of large-scale projects, including budgeting, inventory control, and staff supervision.
- You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of culinary events while driving innovation and excellence in food preparation and presentation.
- Culinary Leadership: Manage all culinary aspects of high-volume events, from menu planning and food preparation to overseeing kitchen staff and ensuring quality execution.
- Budget & Cost Management: Oversee food and labor costs, ensuring alignment with event budgets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Menu Development: Create innovative and diverse menus tailored to client needs, coordinating closely with the culinary team for execution.
- Inventory Management: Handle ordering, inventory control, and coordination with vendors to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
- Event Management: Lead the entire culinary process from pre-event planning to post-event cleanup, including staffing, kitchen setup, and on-site client communication.
- Team Management: Supervise and mentor culinary staff, ensuring smooth operations during events, adherence to timelines, and high levels of teamwork.
- Client Relations: Act as the primary culinary contact for clients during events, ensuring satisfaction and addressing any concerns or last-minute adjustments.
- Project Coordination: Collaborate with the Business Development team, kitchen managers, and third-party vendors to ensure all event details are in place, including rentals and asset management.
- High-Volume Event Execution: Successfully manage large-scale, complex culinary events in demanding environments, ensuring flawless execution from kitchen to guest experience.