Culinary Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,597.00 - $106,780.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
PTO
Medical insurance
Prescription drug insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement plans
short term disability
long term disability
Life insurance
Accidental death insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
flexible spending accounts
wellness programs
voluntary benefits
discounts

Job Description

RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services is a prestigious healthcare organization dedicated to delivering patient-centered and high-quality academic medicine with a compassionate and equitable approach. As a leading academic health system in New Jersey, RWJBarnabas Health provides world-class medical care, education, and research while actively contributing to the improvement of community health through innovative strategies and social impact initiatives. Their commitment extends beyond clinical care to include educational and career opportunities that benefit the diverse populations they serve. Situated at 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ, RWJBarnabas Health is recognized for fostering healthier communities by addressing both clinical and social... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Current ServSafe Manager certification
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to support entrepreneur schedules and community programs

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree from accredited institution or equivalent professional experience in commercial food service operations
  • Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP principles
  • Experience with food manufacturing, co-packing operations, and small-scale food processing
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and support food entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds
  • Strong knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment including specification, procurement, and maintenance
  • Experience with regulatory compliance including health department requirements, FDA regulations, and third-party certifications
  • Proficiency in kitchen management software, scheduling systems, and inventory control
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders including entrepreneurs, farmers, healthcare professionals, and community members
  • Understanding of local food systems, sustainable agriculture practices, and food security initiatives
  • Preferred minimum 5 years of management experience in commercial kitchen operations preferably in shared-use or incubator facilities
  • Bilingual capabilities Spanish English strongly preferred
  • Preferred knowledge and experience working in the Greater Newark community

Job Duties

  • Manage daily operations of the industrial kitchen incubator including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and facility compliance with health department regulations and HACCP requirements
  • Oversee food processing operations in partnership with Urban Agriculture Cooperative ensuring quality control and food safety standards for products from 30 regional farms
  • Provide technical assistance and mentorship to kitchen entrepreneurs including recipe scaling, production planning, food safety protocols, and business development support
  • Develop and implement kitchen policies, standard operating procedures, and training programs for all facility users
  • Manage equipment procurement, preventive maintenance schedules, and vendor relationships for kitchen operations
  • Coordinate with registered dietitians to develop nutrition-focused programming and medically tailored food production initiatives
  • Oversee food safety certification programs ensuring all users maintain required certifications and the facility meets FDA Food Safety Modernization Act requirements
  • Develop revenue-generating culinary programs including workforce development initiatives, cooking classes, and catering services
  • Collaborate with Operations Manager on facility scheduling, user onboarding, and space utilization optimization
  • Maintain inventory management systems for shared equipment, supplies, and food products
  • Lead culinary workforce development programs in partnership with community organizations and educational institutions

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location