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Executive Catering Chef

Spice Catering Co

Cleveland, OH

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budgeting, Catering Services, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cook Dishes, Cross-Functional, Culinary Operations, Dental Insurance, Establish Priorities, Exceeded Sales Goal, Food Quality, Health Insurance, Inventory Management, Leadership, Logistics, Menu Development, Organizational Skills, Partner Sales, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Product Flow, Production Systems, Production Volume, Quality Management, SPICE (Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis), Sales, System Operations, Systems Maintenance, Systems Scalability, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan, Warehousing
LOCATION
Cleveland, OH
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Role:                     Executive Catering Chef
Location:     Spice Headquarters, 5601 Tillman Ave. Cle, Ohio 44102
Position Type: Full-Time
 
Overview
The Executive Catering Chef is responsible for the overall culinary performance of the catering division, including execution, systems, team leadership, and financial results. This role ensures that all catering experiences—both in production and on-site—are executed with consistency, efficiency, and a high level of hospitality.
This position bridges culinary vision and real-world execution, translating standards into scalable systems while leading a team capable of delivering both high-volume and high-touch events.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Catering Culinary Ownership
• Own all culinary aspects of the catering division from production through off-site execution
• Ensure quality, consistency, and presentation across all catering offerings
• Act as the culinary lead for all catering-related initiatives, events, and execution
• Maintain alignment with Corporate Executive Chef on standards and direction.
 
Execution & Event Performance
• Oversee planning, preparation, and execution of all catering events
• Lead or oversee execution of large-scale, high-profile, or complex events
• Ensure all events are delivered accurately, on time, and to standard
• Identify and resolve execution issues in real time
 
Systems & Operational Efficiency
• Build and maintain systems for prep, production, packing, and event execution
• Standardize recipes, prep guides, and workflows to ensure consistency and scalability
• Drive efficiency in commissary production while maintaining quality
• Partner with warehouse and logistics teams to streamline product and equipment flow
 
Menu Development & Culinary Direction (Catering)
• Collaborate with Corporate Executive Chef on overall culinary vision
• Develop and evolve catering menus with focus on seasonality and execution
• Ensure menus are both innovative and operationally executable
• Support custom menu development in partnership with Sales
Financial Performance & Accountability
• Own catering food cost, labor cost, and prime cost performance
• Ensure all recipes and menus are properly costed and profitable
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and waste reduction practices
• Meet or exceed budgetary targets for catering culinary operations
 
Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, manage, and develop catering BOH team (CDCs, Sous Chefs, event staff)
• Provide coaching, training, and performance management
• Maintain staffing levels aligned with business needs and financial targets
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement
 
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with Catering Director and Sales team to ensure accurate, executable events
• Partner with Event Operations to ensure seamless event flow
• Collaborate with logistics and warehouse teams on systems and execution
• Coordinate with farm and forage partners to align sourcing with menu needs
 
Standards, Compliance & Quality Control
• Ensure all kitchens and events meet health code and ODA standards
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and audit readiness at all times
• Set and enforce performance standards for food quality and execution
• Continuously improve systems to reduce errors and increase consistency
 
 
Essential Skills
• Proven experience in high-volume catering or production kitchens
• Strong leadership and team development ability
• Deep understanding of off-site catering logistics and execution
• Systems-driven mindset with ability to scale operations
• Financial acumen in costing, budgeting, and inventory control
• Strong communication and organizational skills 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Employee Culture
Spice is a founder-owned, mission-based company. Our purpose is Changing how people connect with food and our focus is thoughtful hospitality experiences.
 
At Spice, we make a PACT - a shared commitment to uphold the values that define our culture. This PACT shapes how we work, grow, and deliver unforgettable experiences.
 
 
 
 
 
Our Core Values: P.A.C.T.
  • Protect Your Peace
    Prioritize well-being by setting boundaries, managing stress, and maintaining balance for sustainable performance.
  • Always Learning
    Stay curious and adaptable, embracing opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.
  • Cultivate Joy
    Celebrate achievements, foster positivity, and create uplifting experiences for our team and guests.
  • Trust + Respect
    Act with integrity, value diverse perspectives, and treat everyone with honesty and dignity.

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