Senior Catering Operations Manager (AGM-Level) – Maitland, FL

Central Kitchen | Catering & Events | High-Impact Leadership Role

Join the 4R Restaurant Group and step into a senior-level leadership role at our Central Kitchen in Maitland.

We’re looking for a high-performing, hands-on leader to help oversee day-to-day operations across our kitchen, catering production, and off-site events - including partnerships like Disney, ESPN, and UCF.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, lead from the front, and are ready to take ownership of a growing operation, this is a unique opportunity to step into an AGM-style role with real impact and growth potential.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a senior leader within the Central Kitchen, helping oversee daily operations, team performance, and execution
• Lead from the front in the kitchen - supporting prep, cooking, production, and quality control
• Help manage and develop team members across kitchen, catering, and event operations
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and product flow, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and cleanliness
• Serve as MOD for off-site catering events and concessions, including Disney, ESPN, and UCF, ensuring smooth execution and strong team leadership
• Help coordinate event logistics, staffing, setup, and breakdown
• Support staffing, scheduling, and day-to-day operational needs
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, organization, and overall performance

What We’re Looking For

• 3 years of experience in a restaurant, catering, or high-volume kitchen leadership role (AGM, Kitchen Manager, Senior Manager, etc.)
• Strong back-of-house expertise with the ability to jump into production as needed
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage operations in a fast-paced environment
• A hands-on leadership style—willing to jump in wherever needed
• Experience with catering, concessions, or large-scale/off-site events preferred
• Experience working with large-scale venues, theme parks, or contracted food service environments is a plus
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license and flexibility to travel locally for events

Why This Role Stands Out

• True senior leadership opportunity with meaningful ownership
• Exposure to high-profile events and partners (Disney, ESPN, UCF)
• Blend of kitchen leadership large-scale catering and event execution
• High visibility and opportunity for growth within a growing operation
• A dynamic role where no two days look the same

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary bonus potential
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation major holidays off
• Health & Wellness reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Free meals employee discounts
• Career development through 4R University
• Team outings & company celebrations
• Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program mental health support

If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role that combines kitchen expertise, operational ownership, and high-profile event execution—we’d love to connect.

4 Rivers is an equal opportunity employer. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct background checks as part of the hiring process.

4 Rivers Smokehouse began with the launch of the “Barbecue Ministry” in 2004, when John hosted a cookout fundraiser to support a local family whose young daughter was battling cancer. This one event resulted in a passion for supporting local schools, churches, and charitable organizations. After trials, tribulations, and a whole lot of burnt ends, we finally flipped that “Hot Brisket Now” sign on in October of 2009. Within the first hour, a line had formed out the door…and then around the corner.

Salary : $65,000