Chef — High-Volume Catering & Stadium Events

Job overview

The Chef — High-Volume Catering & Stadium Events is based at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, AL, and requires relocation; relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Compensation is not specified. Southern Foodservice Management’s catering operation serves stadium, corporate, and other large-scale events.

What you'll do

• Lead and supervise culinary staff
• plan and oversee large-scale food production
• execute standardized recipes and maintain food quality, presentation, portioning, and temperatures
• manage production schedules and batch cooking
• oversee inventory, purchasing, food costs, and waste reduction
• coordinate with catering and event teams
• oversee food preparation, transportation, setup, and service
• adapt to event changes and dietary requests
• maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

chef

high-volume catering

stadium events

culinary leadership

large-scale food production

event execution

tuscaloosa al

southern foodservice management

relocation required

relocation assistance available

food safety certification

nights and weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires food safety and sanitation certification and at least five years of professional culinary experience, including high-volume kitchen leadership. Stadium, arena, or major-event catering experience is strongly preferred. Flexible hours may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

About the employer

Southern Foodservice Management Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Caterers. Sector: 72.