Vice President of Hospitality & Logistics - Main Event Caterers

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Vice President of Hospitality & Logistics

Main Event Caterers (MEC) & Monumental Food (MF)

Position Overview

The Vice President of Hospitality & Logistics is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all operational logistics, warehouse management, transportation, and hospitality support functions across Main Event Caterers and Monumental Food.

This role works in close partnership with Culinary Leadership, the VP of Sales, and the Director of Hospitality & Staffing to ensure seamless execution from initial client planning through event delivery. The VP ensures that food, beverage, equipment, staffing, and logistics are aligned to deliver a consistent, high-quality client experience.

In addition to operational leadership, this role provides strategic oversight of warehouse systems, purchasing, vendor partnerships, compliance, and complex event logistics, ensuring the organization operates efficiently, safely, and at scale.

Key Responsibilities2. Cross-Functional Event Execution (Sales & Hospitality Alignment) 3. Culinary Integration & Production Support 4. Warehouse, Inventory & Fulfillment Operations 5. Beverage Program Oversight6. Monumental Food Logistics & Delivery Operations 7. Fleet, Transportation & Driver Management 8. Purchasing & Vendor Management 9. Facilities, Sanitation & Compliance 10. Financial & Cost Management 11. Leadership & Team Development

Operations & Logistics Leadership

Oversee all warehouse, logistics, and event support functions for MEC and MF

Ensure seamless coordination between Culinary, Sales, Finance, and Hospitality teams

Drive execution excellence from kitchen production → packing → transport → event execution

Serve as the operational lead for high-profile or logistically complex events

Develop and enforce SOPs across all logistics, warehouse, and transportation functions

Partner closely with the VP of Sales to:

• Ensure event logistics align with client expectations, contracts, and proposals
• Provide operational input on feasibility, scalability, and execution strategy
• Ensure events are executed exactly as sold

Collaborate with the Director of Hospitality & Staffing to:

• Align staffing models with event complexity and service style
• Ensure front-of-house teams are equipped and prepared for execution
• Maintain consistency in setup, service flow, and breakdown

Participate in:

Menu tastings, site visits, and event walk-throughs to ensure operational readiness

Pre-event planning meetings to proactively solve logistical challenges

Partner closely with Executive Chef and Culinary Leadership on:

• Purchasing strategy and coordination (food, beverage, disposables, supplies)
• Production flow and readiness for load-out and execution timelines

Oversee and standardize:

• Expo and packing operations for accuracy, organization, and efficiency
• Event packing systems (labeling, staging, checklists, quality control)
• Food transportation protocols (temperature control, handling, timing)

Ensure alignment between kitchen production and logistics to eliminate delays, errors, and waste

Provide strategic oversight of all warehouse functions, including:

• Inventory management (equipment, disposables, beverage, rentals)
• Order fulfillment, staging, and returns processes
• Space utilization and warehouse layout optimization

Lead and manage:

• 2 Warehouse Managers (Ice Production/Supply Inventory/Equipment)
• Warehouse staff and supervisors

Design and implement:

Efficient warehouse workflows to maximize accuracy and productivity

Systems to maintain proper inventory levels for all event needs

Real-time tracking and accountability systems

Direct oversight of Beverage Manager / Beverage Associate

Ensure beverage program aligns with culinary offerings and brand standards

Oversee sourcing, procurement, inventory, and cost controls

Support beverage planning for events and ensure seamless integration into logistics and staffing

Oversee Monumental Food Manager and delivery operations, including:

• Driver scheduling, routing optimization, and dispatching
• Delivery execution, accuracy, and timeliness
• Packing, labeling, and presentation standards

Ensure scalable systems are in place to support MF growth

Oversee company fleet operations:

• Vehicle maintenance schedules and compliance
• Usage tracking and cost efficiency
• Driver certification, training, and safety compliance

Ensure:

Proper loading/unloading procedures

Efficient routing and scheduling

Safe and compliant transportation of food and equipment

Oversee purchasing for warehouse and logistics operations:

• Ensure best pricing, quality, and availability
• Align purchasing with Culinary and Finance goals

Build and maintain strong vendor relationships:

• Negotiate pricing, rebates, and service agreements
• Ensure reliability and performance of suppliers
• Maintain compliance with all:
• OSHA regulations
• Local health department standards
• Safety and sanitation protocols
• Oversee:
• Dish machine operations and maintenance
• Laundry systems and linen processing
• Ensure safe, clean, and fully operational facilities at all times
• Manage warehouse, logistics, and delivery labor costs in alignment with budget
• Track and optimize:
• Cost per event and delivery
• Inventory usage and waste
• Fleet and operational expenses
• Partner with Finance to improve margins through operational efficiencies
• Lead, mentor, and develop:
• Warehouse Managers
• Beverage Manager
• Monumental Food Manager
• Warehouse, logistics, and driver teams
• Recruit and retain top talent
• Conduct performance evaluations and ongoing coaching
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement
  
  

Pay:

• Base salary $130,000 - $150,000
• Bonus structure available based on KPI's