Catering Executive Sous Chef - South Asian / Indian Experience

Catering Executive Sous Chef – South Asian / Indian Cuisine

A growing, high-end catering and events company is seeking a Catering Executive Sous Chef with strong South Asian / Indian culinary expertise to join their leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic kitchen environment, supporting large-scale events while helping elevate and innovate menu offerings.

About the Role

This position serves as the #2 in the kitchen, reporting directly to the Culinary Director. You’ll lead day-to-day culinary execution, support team development, and ensure exceptional food quality across a wide range of catering events.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in traditional South Asian cuisine, paired with the ability to execute and elevate modern, non-ethnic dishes in a high-volume catering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and oversee all culinary operations for catering and banquet events
• Execute authentic South Asian / Indian cuisine with consistency and quality
• Contribute to the development of elevated, diverse menu offerings beyond South Asian cuisine
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring strong team collaboration
• Manage food cost, inventory, and kitchen compliance standards
• Partner with Culinary Director on menu planning, execution, and operational strategy
• Ensure high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and food safety
• Assist in scaling operations across both on-site and destination events

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an Executive Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef in catering, banquet, or hotel environments
• Strong expertise in South Asian / Indian cuisine (required)
• Experience executing high-volume events and banquets
• Solid understanding of P&L, food cost control, and inventory management
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to train and develop teams
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working with evolving systems and processes

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 (flexibility for the right candidate)
• Healthcare, dental, and vision options (voluntary)
• 401(k) options
• 3 weeks PTO
• Growth opportunity within a rapidly evolving catering company

Why This Opportunity?

• Be part of a specialized culinary concept blending authentic South Asian cuisine with modern innovation
• Work alongside experienced leadership in a collaborative environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on menu development and team culture
• Join a company experiencing strong growth and increased demand for destination events