Catering And Events Cook at Pig & Grits, LLC

Great catering doesn't happen on event day. It happens in the days and hours leading up to it.

We're looking for a detail-oriented, dependable, and hardworking Catering Prep Cook to help bring weddings, corporate events, parties, and special occasions to life. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes, takes pride in preparation, and understands that consistency and attention to detail make all the difference.

If you love food, enjoy staying productive, and find satisfaction in seeing a well-executed event come together, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Prepare meats, sides, sauces, desserts, and other catering menu items
• Follow recipes and production schedules accurately
• Portion and package food according to catering specifications
• Assist with loading and organizing catering orders
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workspace
• Help ensure all catering orders are complete, accurate, and ready on time
• Work closely with kitchen leaders and the catering team
• Assist with prep and production for both restaurant and catering operations when needed

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks
• Attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to follow recipes and production systems
• Team-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently when needed
• Previous kitchen or prep experience is helpful but not required

What Success Looks Like

• Catering orders leave complete, accurate, and on time
• Food quality remains consistent from the first tray to the last
• Work areas stay clean and organized
• Production schedules are followed without constant supervision
• Teammates can rely on you to get the job done

Our Culture

At Pig & Grits, we believe every event matters because every guest matters.

Whether we're catering a wedding, a business lunch, a family reunion, or a backyard celebration, we want people to remember the experience long after the meal is over. That starts with a team committed to excellence behind the scenes.

We're building a culture where people work hard, support one another, grow as leaders, and take pride in what they create.

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Heart of Hospitality – We serve people, even when they never see us.
• Lead with Integrity – We do things the right way.
• Promise to Freshness – Quality matters, every time.
• Teamwork – Great events are never a one-person job.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to bend, reach, push, and pull throughout the shift

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Consistent scheduling
• Meal discounts
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Positive team culture
• Be part of creating memorable events across Western North Carolina
• PTO
• Dental/Vision Insurance

Apply Today

If you enjoy working with food, appreciate the satisfaction of a job well done, and want to be part of a team that takes pride in serving others, we'd love to talk with you.

Pig & Grits Catering
Burnsville, NC

Behind every successful event is a team that prepared for it long before guests arrived.