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Culinary Operations Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) match
Profit sharing
Paid Time Off
Free Meals

Job Description

Fresh Kitchen is a revolutionary fast food restaurant chain focused on transforming the perception of fast food by offering real, scratch-made dishes prepared with wholesome ingredients and high standards. The company prides itself on using 100% pure olive oil instead of seed oils, hand-cut vegetables, antibiotic and hormone-free meats, responsibly sourced seafood, and entirely gluten-free recipes. This dedication to 'Good Food Forever' reflects Fresh Kitchen's commitment to quality, health, and sustainability. Established with a vision to open 100 remarkable restaurants by 2034, Fresh Kitchen emphasizes a people-centric culture alongside exceptional food performance and quality to create a lasting brand impact... Show More

Job Requirements

  • must have at least 5 years of management experience in a similar role
  • experience in high-volume, food-focused restaurant environment
  • ability to coach and develop kitchen staff effectively
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • proficiency in inventory and cost control
  • ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • must be ServSafe certified or willing to become certified
  • must pass background check
  • ability to stand and walk for 8-10 hours per shift
  • capable of working in varying temperature conditions

Job Qualifications

  • 5+ years management experience as a chef, culinary manager, or kitchen manager in a high-volume food-focused restaurant
  • strong back-of-house leadership skills with passion for food quality and execution
  • experience working in a scratch kitchen or high-quality food operation
  • proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable
  • solid understanding of inventory management, prep systems, and food cost control
  • capability to lead in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment
  • excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • ServSafe certified or willing to obtain
  • culinary education or formal training is a plus

Job Duties

  • lead the back-of-house kitchen team and set standards for food quality and execution
  • ensure food safety and sanitation protocols are strictly adhered to
  • manage kitchen staffing, training, coaching, and team development
  • control inventory accuracy, pars, yields, and reduce waste
  • create and deploy smart labor schedules and optimize labor deployment
  • maintain kitchen organization, tools placement, and flow for efficient operations
  • collaborate with front-of-house management to align kitchen execution with service demands

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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