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Culinary Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k team member match
Mental well-being platform
Free play
Half price food

Job Description

Topgolf Entertainment Group is a leading global sports and entertainment community renowned for providing exceptional and innovative experiences that combine technology, entertainment, and sports. With numerous venues across the United States and internationally, Topgolf creates a fun and inclusive environment where guests can enjoy interactive golf games, great food, music, and socializing. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all associates feel valued and empowered to grow professionally. Topgolf's dedication to excellence, innovation, and guest satisfaction has earned it a reputation as a premier destination for entertainment and culinary delight.

The Culinary Manager role at Topgolf is a pivotal position that blends leadership, culinary expertise, and operational management. This role is designed for an experienced culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding culinary experiences. The culinary manager will lead a dynamic team to ensure that every dish served meets Topgolf's high standards for quality and presentation. Responsibilities include supervising day-to-day kitchen operations, coaching and developing culinary team members, managing inventory and food costs, and ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cost of goods sold (COGS), recipe development, and menu planning to support special events and chef choice menus.

This position requires strong leadership skills to foster associate engagement and motivate the team while embodying Topgolf’s core values of Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit, and Caring. The culinary manager will be instrumental in maintaining consistent food quality through standardizing production recipes and establishing presentation techniques. They will also be responsible for overseeing proper equipment operation and timely maintenance to guarantee a smooth kitchen workflow.

Topgolf offers a supportive work culture with benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) team member match program, mental well-being resources, and engaging team experiences. This role is ideal for a culinary professional seeking growth opportunities within a vibrant and rapidly growing entertainment company that values creativity and teamwork. Employment type is full-time, and compensation is competitive within the industry, reflecting expertise and experience in culinary management.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years in culinary management
  • Proven ability to develop a culinary team
  • Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb
  • Ability to stoop and bend
  • Ability to work in high-temperature conditions up to 100 degrees for extended periods of time

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years in culinary management
  • Proven ability to develop a culinary team
  • Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb
  • Ability to stoop and bend
  • Ability to work in high-temperature conditions up to 100 degrees for extended periods of time

Job Duties

  • Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
  • Coach and develop the team and drive associate engagement
  • Delegate tasks
  • Demonstrate Topgolf’s core values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit and Caring
  • Monitor inventory and purchase product
  • Maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
  • Select and develop recipes to corporate approval
  • Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
  • Establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
  • Plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus
  • Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
  • Oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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