Catering Lead

Department: Gatherings Café

Reports To: Executive Chef

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $52,000 annually

The Catering Lead helps bring people together through food by coordinating and preparing catering for MAIC programs, room rentals, community gatherings, and external events. Working closely with the Executive Chef, FOH Manager, and MAIC Events Coordinator, this role oversees catering from planning to service, ensuring meals are welcoming, high-quality, and reflect Gatherings Café's commitment to healthy, accessible Indigenous foods.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Working alongside, the Executive Chef, and FOH manager on all catering events from planning through execution.
• Assist FOH manager coordinate catering orders, event timelines, staffing and delivery logistics.
• Supervise café staff during event set-up, service (if applicable) and breakdown.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality standards in accordance with company policies and health regulations.
• Assist with menu planning and make recommendations base on client needs and event requirements.
• Ensure catering equipment, van, and supplies are organized, clean and properly maintained.
• Perform miscellaneous job-elated duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional kitchen or food service experience required.
• Valid driver license.
• License Certification: (a) ServSafe Food Manager Certificate (Mandatory); (b) First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate (Preferred)

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• A mission-driven workplace dedicated to the well-being of the American Indian community.

All offers of employment with the Minneapolis American Indian Center (“MAIC”) are contingent upon acceptable results of a background check and are conducted in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Ace. All job applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, family status, public assistance status, or memberships/activity in a local human rights commission. Employment with MAIC is at-will.