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Catering Lead

Compartí Catering
Brooklyn, NY Part Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

Culinary Lead – Catering Events

Location: NYC-based events (on-site at venues)

Job Type: Freelance / Per-event basis with potential for growth

Comparti Catering is a full-service catering company rooted in Latin American flavors and focused on creating memorable food experiences for weddings, galas, and private events. We’re looking for a dynamic, experienced Culinary Lead to helm the kitchen during events, ensuring flawless execution, leadership, and a true spirit of hospitality.

What You’ll Do:

Lead culinary operations on-site for catered events, from setup to breakdown

Manage a team of cooks and prep staff, ensuring smooth communication and timing

Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service

Collaborate with our Chef and Event Producer to understand event-specific needs

Troubleshoot in real time, adjusting for variables like venue constraints, weather, or timing shifts

Represent the Comparti ethos: warm, detail-oriented, and full of flavor

Who You Are:

A confident culinary professional with 5 years of kitchen experience, including leadership roles

Calm under pressure, organized, and a clear communicator

Experienced in off-site catering and navigating varied event venues

Strong eye for plating, presentation, and efficiency

Passionate about food and hospitality – you take pride in creating beautiful moments through meals

Flexible schedule with availability on weekends and evenings

Bonus If You Have:

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Experience with Latin American cuisine

Your own network of trusted event cooks you like to work with

We’re building something special at Comparti—a culture of collaboration, generosity, and celebration. If you thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and love leading talented teams to create unforgettable events, we’d love to meet you.

Salary : $30 - $45

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