Catering Cook

Catering Cook & Inventory Lead

Location: Burnsville, NC

At Pig & Grits, we believe excellence is built one plate, one event, and one team member at a time. We're looking for a Catering Cook & Inventory Lead — someone who can bring creativity, organization, and leadership to both our catering operations and our back-of-house systems.

If you love the energy of event prep, thrive under deadlines, and geek out over a well-organized inventory system, this might be your next step.

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay: $15–$18/hr, based on experience
• Vision & Dental Insurance Offerings
• Paid Time Off & Flexible Scheduling
• Growth opportunities in management or culinary development
• A culture built on our Core Values:
• Heart of Hospitality, Lead with Integrity, Promise to Freshness, and Teamwork

What You'll Do

You'll be the bridge between Catering Operations and BOH Organization, ensuring that every event runs smoothly and every ingredient, container, and carton has its place.

Event & Catering Coordination

• Prep and produce food for catering and in-house events according to Pig & Grits quality standards.
• Execute event orders and assist in the setup, delivery, and breakdown of catering functions.
• Collaborate with the Catering Manager to develop and test creative menu ideas and custom event offerings.

Inventory & Purchasing

• Manage bi-weekly ordering and receiving, ensuring accurate inventory levels and minimal waste.
• Track product costs, forecast needs, and monitor fluctuations with vendors to protect profitability.
• Maintain par levels for catering and BOH items, communicating shortages proactively.
• Work closely with the Kitchen Manager to track food costs and maintain purchasing consistency.

Quality & Standards

• Ensure all catering products meet Pig & Grits' standards of freshness and presentation.
• Maintain organized prep and storage areas following NC Health Code standards.
• Support a positive and efficient kitchen environment where teamwork thrives.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 2+ years in catering, production cooking, or kitchen leadership.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to pivot when things change.
• Mindset: Calm under pressure, proactive communicator, and passionate about food done right.
• Extras: Familiarity with inventory systems or vendor ordering platforms (US Foods experience a plus).

Why Pig & Grits

We're not just another restaurant — we're a family of creators and doers who take pride in feeding our community and celebrating Southern hospitality with a fresh, twist.

If you're ready to grow your skills, lead with integrity, and help shape something special, we'd love to meet you.

Reports To: Catering Manager, Kitchen Manager, General Manager

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