Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Free play
Half-price food
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) playmaker match
Free mental well-being platform
Job Description
Topgolf is a leading sports entertainment company revolutionizing the way millions engage with golf. With locations across the United States and around the world, Topgolf offers a unique fusion of golf, food and beverage, events, and entertainment—creating vibrant and energetic venues where guests enjoy exceptional experiences. From seasoned golf enthusiasts to newcomers, Topgolf provides accessible, interactive fun through its technologically advanced golf games, stylish event spaces, and full-service culinary offerings. Renowned for its fast-paced, high-volume operations, each venue thrives on delivering memorable moments that keep guests coming back again and again. The company is not only a popular entertainment destination but also a place where professionals can grow their careers in hospitality, operations, and culinary arts.
The Culinary Manager role at Topgolf in West Des Moines, Iowa, is integral to maintaining the high standards of quality and guest satisfaction that the brand is known for. This position supports the Executive Culinary Manager in managing all kitchen operations and leading a dedicated team in a dynamic, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food cost management, portion control, and the ability to effectively coach, develop, and motivate the kitchen team. The Culinary Manager ensures that every dish leaving the kitchen aligns with Topgolf’s consistent culinary standards, presenting a seamless fusion of taste, quality, and timely delivery despite peak business hours or special event pressures.
In this role, the Culinary Manager is responsible not only for daily kitchen operations but also for managing inventory, ordering products within budgetary constraints, and enforcing strict safety and sanitation protocols. Flexibility is paramount, as the position requires availability during evenings, weekends, holidays, and busy seasons, sometimes extending hours to support large-scale events. This management position demands excellent leadership skills, decisiveness, and a proactive approach to problem-solving to keep kitchen operations running smoothly.
Beyond operational responsibilities, the Culinary Manager is a key contributor to fostering a positive team culture centered around Topgolf’s core values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Courage, and Caring. Leading by example, this leader inspires excellence, drives results, and encourages continuous improvement while ensuring a supportive, engaging work environment for all team members. The role also involves leveraging feedback from guests and internal sources to refine food quality and presentation, delivering an exceptional guest experience every time.
The position offers the opportunity to contribute in a high-energy, evolving setting where the fusion of culinary excellence and entertainment drives the business. Candidates should be prepared for the physical demands associated with a fast-paced kitchen environment, including long periods of standing, lifting, and working in varying temperature conditions. This hands-on leadership role demands passion for food, strong communication capabilities, and a commitment to upholding Topgolf’s reputation for culinary and operational excellence. Join Topgolf in West Des Moines to lead an exciting kitchen team and make a significant impact in a premier entertainment venue where quality and guest satisfaction are top priorities.
The Culinary Manager role at Topgolf in West Des Moines, Iowa, is integral to maintaining the high standards of quality and guest satisfaction that the brand is known for. This position supports the Executive Culinary Manager in managing all kitchen operations and leading a dedicated team in a dynamic, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food cost management, portion control, and the ability to effectively coach, develop, and motivate the kitchen team. The Culinary Manager ensures that every dish leaving the kitchen aligns with Topgolf’s consistent culinary standards, presenting a seamless fusion of taste, quality, and timely delivery despite peak business hours or special event pressures.
In this role, the Culinary Manager is responsible not only for daily kitchen operations but also for managing inventory, ordering products within budgetary constraints, and enforcing strict safety and sanitation protocols. Flexibility is paramount, as the position requires availability during evenings, weekends, holidays, and busy seasons, sometimes extending hours to support large-scale events. This management position demands excellent leadership skills, decisiveness, and a proactive approach to problem-solving to keep kitchen operations running smoothly.
Beyond operational responsibilities, the Culinary Manager is a key contributor to fostering a positive team culture centered around Topgolf’s core values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Courage, and Caring. Leading by example, this leader inspires excellence, drives results, and encourages continuous improvement while ensuring a supportive, engaging work environment for all team members. The role also involves leveraging feedback from guests and internal sources to refine food quality and presentation, delivering an exceptional guest experience every time.
The position offers the opportunity to contribute in a high-energy, evolving setting where the fusion of culinary excellence and entertainment drives the business. Candidates should be prepared for the physical demands associated with a fast-paced kitchen environment, including long periods of standing, lifting, and working in varying temperature conditions. This hands-on leadership role demands passion for food, strong communication capabilities, and a commitment to upholding Topgolf’s reputation for culinary and operational excellence. Join Topgolf in West Des Moines to lead an exciting kitchen team and make a significant impact in a premier entertainment venue where quality and guest satisfaction are top priorities.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume environment
- Culinary degree, professional culinary certification, or equivalent training and experience in a high-volume full-service kitchen and events-driven environment preferred
- Must be 21 years of age or older as required by state or local law
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume environment
- Culinary degree, professional culinary certification, or equivalent training and experience in a high-volume full-service kitchen and events-driven environment preferred
- Must be 21 years of age or older as required by state or local law
Job Duties
- Supervise the kitchen team in delivering best-in-class culinary experiences every shift
- Coach and develop team members and drive engagement across the kitchen
- Delegate tasks effectively and follow up to ensure completion and quality
- Manage day-to-day line operations or events execution as assigned
- Select and develop recipes to corporate approval and standardize production for consistent quality
- Establish and maintain presentation techniques and quality standards
- Plan and cost menus for special events and chef-choice occasions
- Ensure proper equipment operation, maintenance, and cleanliness
- Monitor inventory levels and purchase product within budgetary guidelines
- Maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a solid understanding of COGS
- Oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen in compliance with all regulations
- Demonstrate Topgolf's core values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Courage, and Caring
- Support the Executive Culinary Manager in building a high-performance kitchen team
- Participate in team development and model the standards expected of all kitchen team members
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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