At Main Event Caterers we create and deliver delicious! We are proud to be one of the first full-service catering companies in the DC Metro Area. Our team of professionals have a passion for creating memorable experiences with our artfully crafted, mouth-watering cuisine and our exceptional service.

Our talented event designers, supervisors, chefs, bartenders, butlers, and drivers enjoy some of the highest pay in the industry (starting at $30 per hour and up), flexible work schedules (you decide when and how much you want to work), and the opportunity to work weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, corporate events, and other special occasions at the most beautiful and historical venues in the entire Washington DC metro area.

Our business has grown exponentially, and we are excited to add an experienced and highly skilled Lead Chef to our team.

Here’s the great things you’ll do …

Collaborate with culinary, sales, event leaders to develop creative and delicious food.

Work hands-on at events with our culinary team to ensure all food is produced accurately and efficiently.

Share your passion and talent for food by coaching, developing, and mentoring your culinary team.

Inspire a culture of food and workplace safety. You’ll be responsible for the overall safe and efficient management of event kitchen operations.

End the day knowing that you delivered high quality food for your clients, a clean and safe kitchen, and a fun and professional experience for your team.

The way you’ll succeed here is by …

Bringing a passion for creating exceptional food and experiences to clients.

Leading with contagious, positive energy to inspire your team to excellence.

Displaying an “A” player drive that delivers habitual consistency each day.

Demonstrating accountability by maintaining high standards for menus, recipes, portions, inventories, waste, and food & labor costs.

Calmly operating with a sense of urgency to meet strict deadlines.

Remaining approachable and solution focused to adapt, improvise, and overcome the inevitable obstacles.

Fostering a culture of warmth and belonging where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Is this opportunity right for you?

If you’re an experienced, self-motivated, high-performing chef ready to take your career to the next level, then yes, this opportunity is right for you. At Main Event you’ll find the ingredients for a fulfilling culinary career.

We’re excited to invite you to join our growing team of skilled culinarians, contribute to a sustainable future, and best of all be part of an awesome team!