Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Free play
Half price food
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) team member match
Free mental well-being platform
Job Description
Topgolf is a leading sports entertainment company revolutionizing the way millions of people enjoy golf. Founded with a mission to combine golf, food and beverage, entertainment, and events into a singular, engaging experience, Topgolf venues are vibrant, high-energy locations that attract guests from all backgrounds and skill levels. With a focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences and creating environments where both guests and team members thrive, Topgolf has grown into a global community with a reputation for innovation and fun. The company is committed to empowering its employees and offering opportunities for career growth, making it a great place for professionals seeking to advance in the entertainment and hospitality industries.
Located in Overland Park, Kansas, this particular venue offers a dynamic and bustling environment where the fusion of sport and hospitality takes center stage. At Topgolf, every day presents an opportunity to be part of a fast-paced and rewarding workplace dedicated to excellence in guest service, culinary creativity, and operational efficiency.
The role of Culinary Manager at Topgolf is a pivotal leadership position within the venue's culinary team. Reporting directly to the Executive Culinary Manager, the Culinary Manager supports all kitchen operations with a focus on maintaining the highest culinary standards and delivering consistently exceptional food experiences. This position is ideal for a culinary professional with a proven track record of managing high-volume kitchens, demonstrating strong leadership and operational skills, and a genuine passion for food quality and team development.
The Culinary Manager leads by example, supervising and coaching kitchen staff to ensure efficient service during high-volume periods while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. Key responsibilities include managing inventory and ordering, enforcing safety and sanitation standards, and maintaining food cost and portion control to meet budgetary requirements. This role also involves contributing to menu planning, especially for special events and chef-choice occasions, and ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and clean.
Flexibility is crucial for success in this role, as the Culinary Manager will be expected to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during peak times or special events. This position offers an opportunity to work in a venue that values performance, team culture, and fun, aligning with Topgolf's core values of Fun, One Team, Excellence, Courage, and Caring.
If you take pride in operating a kitchen that delivers consistent quality and efficiency and enjoy leading a team to perform at their best, the Culinary Manager position at Topgolf’s Overland Park venue offers a fulfilling and dynamic career path in a unique and exciting hospitality environment.
Located in Overland Park, Kansas, this particular venue offers a dynamic and bustling environment where the fusion of sport and hospitality takes center stage. At Topgolf, every day presents an opportunity to be part of a fast-paced and rewarding workplace dedicated to excellence in guest service, culinary creativity, and operational efficiency.
The role of Culinary Manager at Topgolf is a pivotal leadership position within the venue's culinary team. Reporting directly to the Executive Culinary Manager, the Culinary Manager supports all kitchen operations with a focus on maintaining the highest culinary standards and delivering consistently exceptional food experiences. This position is ideal for a culinary professional with a proven track record of managing high-volume kitchens, demonstrating strong leadership and operational skills, and a genuine passion for food quality and team development.
The Culinary Manager leads by example, supervising and coaching kitchen staff to ensure efficient service during high-volume periods while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. Key responsibilities include managing inventory and ordering, enforcing safety and sanitation standards, and maintaining food cost and portion control to meet budgetary requirements. This role also involves contributing to menu planning, especially for special events and chef-choice occasions, and ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and clean.
Flexibility is crucial for success in this role, as the Culinary Manager will be expected to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during peak times or special events. This position offers an opportunity to work in a venue that values performance, team culture, and fun, aligning with Topgolf's core values of Fun, One Team, Excellence, Courage, and Caring.
If you take pride in operating a kitchen that delivers consistent quality and efficiency and enjoy leading a team to perform at their best, the Culinary Manager position at Topgolf’s Overland Park venue offers a fulfilling and dynamic career path in a unique and exciting hospitality environment.
Job Requirements
- Ability to remain on your feet and in motion for extended periods throughout the shift including standing, walking, and navigating a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75 pounds with assistance, including food products, equipment, supplies, and delivery transport across multiple levels of the venue
- Ability to navigate stairs, ramps, and multi-level areas of the venue when transporting food, coordinating events, or overseeing service delivery
- Ability to work in varying temperature environments on a frequent basis including hot kitchen conditions, walk-in coolers, and freezers
- Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions including cutting, stirring, lifting, and operating kitchen equipment throughout the shift
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a high-energy venue environment that may include moderate to high levels of background noise
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining focus, food safety standards, and quality under pressure
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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