Restaurant/Catering Manager

At the present time, a vacancy exists for a Restaurant/Catering Manager and Culinary Facilitator to plan, manage and assist with all requested catering functions for the Technical College High School campuses and support operations for the Technical College High School campuses' restaurants.

Summary Of Position

The Restaurant/Catering Manager/Culinary Facilitator will plan, manage and assist with all requested catering functions for the TCHS campuses and support operations for the TCHS campuses' restaurants. This position will work in conjunction with the culinary arts instructor(s) to incorporate the catered events into the program curriculum. It is imperative that the facilitator collaborates with the instructors with all aspects of all events. The facilitator will work directly with the overall student population as designated by the instructor and provide internship and cooperative education opportunities for eligible students. The facilitator will plan, manage and operate catering requests at TCHS Brandywine, Pickering and Pennock's Bridge. The facilitator will manage all financial transactions, invoicing and daily deposits.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with the daily operation of the restaurants at TCHS Brandywine, Pennock's Bridge, and Pickering campuses in collaboration with the culinary arts instructor(s).
• Plan, organize, and manage catering functions for internal and external events, including event logistics, timelines, setup, service, and breakdown.
• Collaborate closely with TCHS culinary arts instructor(s) to support student participation in restaurant and catering operations as part of authentic, hands-on learning experiences.
• Work directly with students during restaurant and catering functions to reinforce professionalism, customer service, teamwork, communication, and workplace readiness skills.
• Maintain consistent weekly communication and planning meetings with culinary arts instructor(s) to coordinate restaurant operations, catering events, student responsibilities, scheduling, and instructional support needs to ensure collaborative and successful program operations.
• Supervise and support cooperative education students and interns during restaurant operations, catered events, and work-based learning experiences.
• Coordinate internship and cooperative education opportunities with cafeteria staff and industry partners for eligible students.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with culinary arts instructor(s), administrators, staff, vendors, and clients to ensure successful execution of restaurant and catering functions.
• Oversee catering and restaurant operational logistics, including scheduling, event coordination, purchasing support, inventory monitoring, and supply organization.
• Ensure restaurant and catering operations maintain compliance with sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety standards and regulations.
• Manage catering-related financial processes including invoicing, deposits, transaction records, and related documentation in accordance with CCIU procedures.
• Assist in maintaining clean, organized, and professional restaurant, kitchen, and event environments that reflect industry expectations.
• Support special events, student showcases, community partnerships, and school functions that promote the TCHS culinary arts programs.
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional development activities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the designated Principal or Division Director.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
• Minimum of five years in the food service industry preferred.
• Experience in the front and back of the house preferred.
• Minimum of an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Graduate of a Career and Technical High School culinary program preferred.
• Experience supervising in a food service operation.
• Experience working with high school aged students preferred.
• Professional Certifications
• Relevant sanitation certificate
  
  

Location:

• Brandywine - 443 Boot Road, Downingtown
• Pennock's Bridge - 280 Pennock's Bridge Road, West Grove
• Pickering - 1580 Charlestown Road, Phoenixville
  
  

Salary 2026-2027

Project Band 11- $25.19- $31.49/hr

• Rate based on years of experience
  
  

200 days per year; 7.5 hours per day with a concentration of days from late August through mid June

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees.