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Catering Chef – Staten Island, NY

Join a well-established hospitality group operating multiple event venues, known for creating memorable weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. This is a chance to make an impact in a vibrant, high-energy culinary setting alongside dedicated professionals. Grow your career while delivering exceptional dining experiences across diverse events.

Catering Chef Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $65,000–$80,000 annually
Health and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Flexible scheduling with day and night shifts required
Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive team environment

Catering Chef Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of catering or banquet experience required
Prior experience in a catering hall or event-driven kitchen strongly preferred
Proven team leadership experience
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Food Handler Certification required or willingness to obtain
Must be at least 18 years old
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Catering Chef Preferred Background & Skills

Experience tracking and managing food and labor costs
Background in menu development or seasonal menu planning

Catering Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Oversee and execute high-volume catering and banquet production
Lead, train, and manage a team of 5–7 kitchen staff
Ensure quality, consistency, and timely execution for all events
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety standards
Collaborate on menu development and seasonal offerings
Monitor inventory levels and manage orders as needed
Create and manage staff schedules to meet operational needs
Assist with receiving and storing deliveries

If you are a hands-on, motivated chef who thrives in a dynamic event environment, we encourage you to apply and bring your culinary leadership to a respected hospitality group.

JOB ID: 173587

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.