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 Responsibilities
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