FOOD TRUCK AND CATERING MANAGER

Description: JOB SUMMARY The Food Truck and Catering Manager is a full-time, at-will position responsible for directing all aspects of food preparation, service, and menu planning for catering operations and food truck services. Core duties include menu development, procurement, meal production, customer service, and sales, as well as managing event bookings, vehicle operation and licensing, routine maintenance scheduling, and post-event sanitation. Serving as the lead cook and catering coordinator, this role ensures successful events through effective oversight of food preparation, delivery, setup, and client satisfaction. The Manager must demonstrate strong culinary skills, hold a valid driver’s license, and exhibit exceptional customer service and interpersonal abilities. When events are not scheduled, this position supports daily kitchen operations to maintain full-time workload requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Oversees all food preparation and production for catering events and food truck operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance with dietary and safety standards. Develops, updates, and standardizes menus and recipes for both catering services and food truck offerings. Procures food, supplies, and equipment by placing accurate and timely orders that align with budget and inventory needs. Manages event bookings, scheduled food truck appearances, and coordinates logistical details with clients and community partners. Operates food truck, including safe driving, equipment setup, order taking, customer service, and food service execution. Maintains all required permits, licenses, and regulatory documents for food truck and catering operations, ensuring ongoing compliance. Schedules, oversees, and documents routine cleaning, sanitation, and preventive maintenance for food truck equipment and vehicles. Leads food preparation, delivery, setup, and service at catering events, ensuring a professional presentation and high client satisfaction. Supervises, trains, and evaluates catering, food truck, and kitchen staff and supports ongoing staff development initiatives. Prepares sales reports, event summaries, customer feedback logs, and performance data to support program evaluation and improvement. Provides operational support to the main kitchen when events are not scheduled, including assisting with meal production and food-service tasks. Collaborates with the Director on employee evaluations, staff scheduling, and continuous improvement in culinary and service operations. Other duties as may be assigned and/or requested from time to time in fulfillment of the agency’s mission. RESPONSIBILITIES The Food Truck and Catering Manager works closely with the Director to ensure smooth and efficient operations of both the Food Truck and Catering programs. This position is responsible for overseeing all culinary and operational functions for catering services and food truck programming, including menu planning, food preparation, procurement, and event coordination. This role manages staff performance, scheduling, sanitation standards, permit compliance, and vehicle operation while ensuring exceptional service and customer satisfaction at all events. The Manager also supports daily kitchen operations and participates in staff development and performance evaluation efforts in partnership with the Director. Requirements: EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma and/or GED required. Culinary experience preferred, minimum 5 years food service cooking experience. Knowledge of Food Truck operations a plus. Serve Safe Certification required (may be obtained after hire). Supervisory experience preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITITES REQUIRED Culinary techniques and food preparation for large-scale and mobile operations. Food safety standards, including safe handling, storage and sanitation. Food Truck operations, including vehicle maintenance, permits and cash handling. Menu planning, recipe standar…

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