Culinary Director

About the Company Are you passionate about developing and refining new recipes every day? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment where you get to shape menus, work hands-on with high-quality ingredients, and lead a team of culinary professionals? If so, we want you at Food Trends Catering & Events! For over 25 years, we've been a leader in off-premise catering, serving Fortune 500 companies, fashion houses, universities, weddings, and historic venues. As a woman-owned, family-run business, we blend tradition with innovation, operating out of two cutting-edge facilities spanning 30,000+ sq ft. Now, we're expanding across the Tri-State area"”and we need a visionary Culinary Director to help take our offerings to the next level.What Youll DoCreate & Innovate- Develop trendsetting menus and refine recipes across a variety of cuisines and product lines.Lead & Inspire- Hire, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.Hands-On Execution- Work directly with fresh ingredients, oversee production, and ensure impeccable quality.Elevate Catering Excellence- Manage kitchen operations for large-scale, high-profile events.Optimize & Scale- Implement efficiencies in catering and co-packing production as we grow.Ensure Top-Tier Standards- Maintain compliance with FDA/USDA food safety regulations.What You BringCreative Vision- Passion for contemporary, exciting, and innovative menu development.Experience- 10 years in kitchen operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role in off-premise catering.Catering Expertise- 5+ years managing catering production, ensuring flawless execution.Leadership Skills- Strong organizational abilities to manage staff, schedules, and inventory.Process Improvement Mindset- Constantly seek ways to enhance efficiency and quality.Bilingual Advantage- Proficiency in Kitchen Spanish is a plus!Why Join Food Trends?Work Hard, Have Fun, Grow Your Career- Be part of an exciting, supportive team that values creativity and innovation.Hands-On & Impactful- Directly shape the future of our menus and operations.Room for Growth- We're expanding, and you'll play a key role in our evolution!

Created: 2025-02-25