Catering Executive Chef – Knoxville, TN
Recruiting Partner: Nichelle Ritter
New York, New York | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $85,000 to $105,000 | Job ID: 159668
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Are you a visionary culinary leader with a passion for global flavors and show-stopping presentation? We’re looking for an Catering Executive Chef to bring creativity, precision, and leadership to our high-volume catering operation.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the culinary execution of large-scale catered events with excellence and creativity
- Design, update, and elevate seasonal and event-specific menus inspired by global cuisines and modern trends
- Ensure impeccable plating and presentation standards across all events
- Oversee kitchen staff and manage workflow in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Collaborate closely with sales, event planning, and operations teams to deliver unforgettable guest experiences
- Maintain a culinary portfolio showcasing your work, including presentation and event execution
- Manage food ordering, inventory, and cost control to support financial goals
- Uphold the highest food safety and sanitation standards
What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in high-volume catering or events
- Deep knowledge of international cuisines and contemporary culinary techniques
- Demonstrated skill in menu creation and editing
- Strong visual eye for presentation and artistic plating
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally with diverse departments and teams
- A digital or physical portfolio of culinary work is required
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary plus performance-based bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Relocation support for the right candidate
- Opportunities for creative input and culinary innovation
- A collaborative, growth-oriented work environment
Apply now to bring your culinary creativity to life in an environment that values innovation, artistry, and flawless execution.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 159668
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or 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 value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
Nichelle Ritter
Area Director
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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.
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