Top 61 Culinary Jobs in Athens, Ga

Director of Food, Beverage, & Hospitality
Lee Epting Catering INC —Athens, GA
- $95,000 - $160,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
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4d
Busser
Another Broken Egg of America, LLC —Athens, GA
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- English
- Café
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Event Bartender - University of Georgia
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Athens, GA
- Part-time
- Background check
- Bar
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Catering General Manager
Epting Events —Athens, GA
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
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Student Employee - Culinary Services
Ohio University —Athens, GA
- Part-time
- University
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Referral program
Dishwasher
LongHorn Steakhouse —Athens, GA
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
Food Runner - University of Georgia
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Athens, GA
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Line Cook
Another Broken Egg of America, LLC —Athens, GA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Leadership
- Café
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Line Cook
University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel —Athens, GA
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
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12d
Team Member
Popeyes —Athens, GA
- $10 - $14 an hour
- Full-time
- No education required
- Basic math
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Back of House, Line/Prep Cook, Culinary Team
Taco Mama Athens —Athens, GA
- $15 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- 2 years
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook
Piedmont Healthcare Inc. —Athens, GA
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
Line Cook/Pizza Cook
Johnny's New York Style Pizza —Athens, GA
- $14 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Cook - University of Georgia
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Athens, GA
- Part-time
- University
- Communication skills
- Entry level
Event Chefs - University of Georgia
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Athens, GA
- Part-time
- University
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Opportunities for advancement
Cook For Assisted Living
Avery Village —Winterville, GA
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
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4d
Kitchen Assistant - Part Time
Hearthwood at Athens —Watkinsville, GA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- English
- Apartments
- 401(k)
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prep cook
TerraBella Epps Bridge —Athens, GA
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Steward - University of Georgia
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Athens, GA
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Line Cook/ Prep Cook
TerraBella Epps Bridge —Athens, GA
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Director of Food, Beverage, & Hospitality

Lee Epting Catering INC -
Athens, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 - $160,000 a year
4 days ago

Qualifications

Budget control
Operational management
Profit & loss
Kitchen cost control
Bachelor's degree
Hospitality industry experience
Food and beverage industry expertise
Managing projects
Corporate sales environment
Restaurant cost management
Profit and loss analysis
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

About Us

At Epting Events / Epting Group, create experiences, careers, and community. Founded in Athens, Georgia we work throughout the Southeast and beyond. High energy, fast moving, hard fun work. Family business with a stellar reputation and long standing seasoned co-workers. We are inspired by the distinct personality of the Southeast, primarily "southern hospitality" and do so with a global culinary spread and cosmopolitan exposure. Our culture encourages innovation, problem‑solving, collaboration, fun, casual intensity while balancing creativity with precision and excellence. Venues, Festivals, Short term housing, food products. We Do a lot and are ready for some rock stars to come join the party.

Why you’ll thrive…

When you join Epting Events, you become part of a close‑knit, high‑performing team trusted with producing meaningful, beautifully executed experiences for world‑class clients. We are committed to supporting you as a professional, a creative, and a person. You’ll play a direct role in bringing people together through events that celebrate milestones, build brands, and create lasting memories. We invest in your growth through hands‑on learning, increasing responsibility, and exposure to diverse events and clients. As the company grows, so do your opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.

You belong here if you:

Have an eye for detail and a calm confidence under pressure
Take pride in delivering exceptional results
Thrive in collaborative, fast‑paced environments
Care deeply about clients and teammates
Want to grow alongside a respected, values‑driven company

Apply today to help us create unforgettable events – while building a career that matters!

About the Role:

We are looking for a Director of Food, Beverage, & Hospitality with the vision and grit to oversee our operational heart. You’ll be the strategic engine driving our growth, balancing the art of Southern hospitality with the science of a sharp P&L.

This isn’t just a desk job—it’s a leadership mission. You will be responsible for inspiring our team, refining our food and beverage operations, and ensuring that every guest feels special. If you have the financial acumen to manage the bottom line and the charisma to lead a diverse crew, there’s a home for you here.

The Role: Your Impact

Operational Excellence: Lead the daily dance across all departments—from the front office to the kitchen—ensuring our service is as seamless as it is warm.
Drive the Mission: Develop and execute strategic plans for corporate and project sales, identifying new opportunities to share the Epting experience.
Financial Stewardship: Take full ownership of the P&L. You’ll keep a sharp eye on food costs and operational expenses, turning efficiency into profitability.
Cultivate Talent: Design creative incentive programs that motivate our people, foster a culture of excellence, and make Epting the best place to work in Georgia.
Mentor & Lead: Recruit and grow the next generation of hospitality pros, upholding our high standards through hands-on training and mentorship.

What You Bring to the Table

The Essentials:

Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Business (or equivalent industry street-smarts).
Experience: At least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the hospitality and food service world.
The "Numbers" Mindset: A proven track record of managing P&L and mastering cost controls without sacrificing quality.
Sales Savvy: Experience landing corporate accounts and managing high-stakes projects.

The Epting Edge (Preferred):

An advanced degree (MBA or similar) or professional hospitality certifications.
Experience managing large-scale operations or multiple properties.
A tech-forward approach to modern hospitality systems.
A knack for designing incentive programs that actually work.

The Skills You’ll Use Every Day

People First: You’re a natural coach who knows how to get the best out of a team.
Sales Strategy: You see an empty calendar as an opportunity and know how to close the deal.
Precision: You can spot a food-cost variance from a mile away and know exactly how to fix it.
Culture Building: You understand that happy employees lead to happy guests, and you build the programs to prove it.

Ready to lead one of the region's premier event teams? We offer a professional yet family-oriented environment where your strategic input directly impacts our success.

Some Saturdays and weekends required.

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