Executive Kitchen Operations Manager

My Fit Foods is a dynamic and rapidly expanding company dedicated to providing fresh, chef-crafted meals that enable thousands of customers to eat healthier every week. Established with a mission to revolutionize the way people approach nutritious eating, My Fit Foods operates a network of production kitchens and retail stores focused on quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction. With a commitment to innovation and excellence in food preparation, My Fit Foods invests continuously in its people, technology, and processes to maintain its position as a leader in the health-conscious food market.

Located in Denver, CO, the company is currently seeking an Executive Kitchen Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of its Denver production kitchen. This role is crucial for sustaining the high standards and efficiency required to produce meals in large batches that are then distributed to retail locations. Unlike traditional restaurant executive chef positions, this role centers around managing a production environment, combining hands-on leadership with operational oversight rather than a desk-bound position.

The Executive Kitchen Operations Manager will be responsible for leading and developing a high-performing kitchen team, ensuring operational excellence, and maintaining food safety and quality standards. This position demands a leader comfortable being present on the kitchen floor, actively engaging with team members, coaching supervisors, and building strong operational infrastructure that drives consistency and accountability. Success in this role depends on creating systems that enhance labor efficiency and production flow while fostering a positive workplace culture.

This leadership position requires a mature, experienced culinary professional with between 5 to 10 years of progressive leadership in high-volume food operations. Candidates with backgrounds in corporate restaurant groups, hotels or resorts, grocery or commissary kitchens, country clubs, catering or banquet operations, food manufacturing, or large-scale production kitchens are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates have an added advantage given the diverse workforce.

The Executive Kitchen Operations Manager will partner closely with two existing kitchen managers, leveraging each manager's strengths to elevate the entire kitchen's performance. Key responsibilities include daily production leadership, coaching and development of supervisors and team members, setting clear expectations, labor scheduling, and proactive problem-solving to avoid emergencies. Emphasizing continuous improvement initiatives is vital to driving the operation forward beyond simply maintaining existing standards.

The ideal leader for this role combines authoritative presence with empathy. They know when to directly intervene and when to empower their team. Leading by example while holding team members accountable with fairness and consistency is essential for success. The role also requires flexibility, including weekend availability, as it involves leading a production operation that runs on a demanding schedule.

The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $180,000 annually, reflecting the leadership level and operational scope. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, and professional development assistance, making this an appealing opportunity for culinary leaders passionate about both food and people management.

By joining My Fit Foods as an Executive Kitchen Operations Manager, candidates will become part of a company that values innovation, quality, and team development. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence a growing business's operational success directly, lead a talented team, and contribute to a healthier lifestyle experience for thousands of customers every week.