Catering Expo / QA Coordinator – $18–$22/hr + Steady Hours

Iacofano Group, LLC • West Columbia, SC

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Iacofano’s Catering & Events is hiring a Catering Expo / QA Coordinator for our Columbia (29169) location. This is a high-volume catering kitchen where accuracy, timing, and organization are critical. You are the final checkpoint before orders leave the building, ensuring everything is accurate, properly packaged, and ready for delivery. This role combines quality control, logistics coordination, and kitchen support.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to follow systems, checklists, and procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members and drivers
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple orders
• Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Willingness to work early mornings, afternoons, evenings, or overnight shifts as needed
• Maintain a clean and professional work environment

Nice To Haves

• Previous kitchen, catering, or food service experience
• Experience in expo, QA, logistics, or kitchen coordination
• Experience working in high-volume kitchens
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Review all orders for accuracy, quality, and completeness
• Verify packaging, portioning, and presentation standards
• Coordinate timing between kitchen production and delivery schedules
• Stage and organize orders for efficient driver pickup
• Communicate with drivers on routes and timing
• Identify and resolve issues before orders leave the kitchen
• Maintain a clean and organized expo/QA station
• Assist with order printing and final checks
• Support kitchen flow during busy production periods

Benefits

• Starting Pay: $18–$22/hour based on experience
• Shift differential available for overnight hours
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Holiday pay at time and a half
• Free employee meals
• Overtime opportunities available
• Consistent scheduling and steady hours
• Work in a clean, organized, high-volume production kitchen
• Be part of a growing catering operation with long-term opportunity
• Clear path to Shift Supervisor and leadership roles
• Flexible Scheduling (24/7 Operation)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed