Culinary Project Manager
TEMPORARY•Katy
About this role
Culinary Project Manager
Department: Culinary
Employment Type: Temporary
Location: Katy, TX
Compensation: $25.00 / hour
Description
About Us
Cotton Holdings, Inc. is a leader in providing property restoration, recovery, construction, logistical support, and culinary services worldwide. With innovative solutions and a talented team, we support large-scale events and disaster recovery efforts, delivering excellence to our clients. Join a dynamic, family-oriented company that offers competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a chance to make a lasting impact.
Cotton Holdings, Inc. is a leader in providing property restoration, recovery, construction, logistical support, and culinary services worldwide. With innovative solutions and a talented team, we support large-scale events and disaster recovery efforts, delivering excellence to our clients. Join a dynamic, family-oriented company that offers competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a chance to make a lasting impact.
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.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of professional culinary experience, with a strong background in managing high-volume events and kitchen operations.
- Education: Culinary degree preferred, or equivalent experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Skills: Expertise in food cost management, labor cost control, inventory management, and large-scale menu planning.
- Leadership: Proven ability to manage teams, develop talent, and lead culinary projects from concept to completion.
- Flexibility: Willingness to travel and adapt to changing schedules to meet operational demands, including occasional work outside regular hours.
- Certifications/License: Valid Drivers License with reliable transportation.
Why Join Us?
- Growth Opportunities: Be part of a growing team with opportunities for advancement.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a rewarding salary and benefits package.
- Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge culinary technology and a supportive team that values creativity.
- Family-Oriented Culture: Join a company that values its employees and offers a collaborative, supportive atmosphere.
If you're a seasoned culinary professional with a passion for delivering top-tier culinary experiences while managing large-scale events, we invite you to apply and join our innovative team at Cotton Holdings, Inc.
Apply today!
Disclaimer
Disclaimer:
This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested.
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What you'll do
- Oversee high-volume culinary events, manage kitchen operations, and ensure quality execution. Lead menu development and coordinate with the culinary team for successful event execution.
About Cotton Holdings
Founded in 1996, Cotton Holdings Inc. is a leading infrastructure support services company with subsidiaries that conduct business under the Cotton USA, Cotton International, Cotton Roofing, Cotton Logistics, Cotton Culinary, OneLodge, OneTeam, Stellar Commercial Roofing, Full Circle Restoration, Target Restoration, and Advanced Catastrophe Technologies, Inc. brands. Headquartered in Katy, Texas with an International Logistics Center and regional offices throughout North America, Cotton provides property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, consulting, workforce staffing, temporary housing and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide.
By combining their diverse suite of services with the best talent in the industry, innovative technology and a large inventory of company owned assets, Cotton has the unique advantage of offering clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and complex work environments of the petrochemical and oil and gas industries.
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What does a Culinary Project Manager do at Cotton Holdings?
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