Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $75.00 - $85.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
Job Description
The Culinary Center is a leading prepared meals manufacturing facility committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and delicious food products to consumers. This establishment focuses on efficient and innovative food production practices to meet the demanding needs of high-volume meal preparation while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Known for its dedication to excellence and operational efficiency, the Culinary Center serves a critical role in the food manufacturing industry by ensuring that meals are produced consistently and reliably to satisfy market demand. The center invests in skilled personnel, state-of-the-art equipment, and cross-functional collaboration to uphold its reputation for quality... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven experience in kitchen management or food production supervision
- Knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP
- Ability to lead and manage kitchen staff effectively
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Capability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Basic computer literacy for record keeping and scheduling
- Willingness to adhere to strict safety and sanitation standards
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in kitchen management within a high-volume food production environment
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP and local health department standards
- Experience in staff training, supervision, and performance management
- Ability to manage food costs, inventory control, and labor scheduling effectively
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment maintenance and safety protocols
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a manufacturing or food production setting
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Culinary or food safety certification preferred
Job Duties
- Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient food preparation
- Ensure food is prepared according to approved recipes, specifications, and production schedules
- Verify that food quality, portioning, appearance, and cooking standards are consistently met
- Coordinate with Production leadership to support daily output requirements and workflow priorities
- Hire, train, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff to meet operational needs
- Ensure all team members are properly trained in food preparation, equipment use, and safety procedures
- Monitor performance and provide coaching, feedback, and corrective action as necessary
- Foster a respectful, accountable, and team-oriented work environment
- Enforce strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
- Develop and follow sanitation schedules to ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Ensure proper food handling, storage, labeling, and disposal practices are followed at all times
- Support compliance with HACCP, local health department regulations, and company policies
- Manage food costs, waste, and labor hours to optimize operational efficiency
- Monitor ingredient usage and coordinate purchasing needs to ensure adequate inventory levels
- Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve cost performance without compromising quality
- Ensure safe and proper use of kitchen equipment and tools
- Report equipment issues or maintenance needs promptly to appropriate teams
- Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient kitchen work environment
- Work closely with Production, Culinary, Quality Assurance, and Sanitation teams to support plant objectives
- Communicate operational issues, staffing concerns, and improvement opportunities to leadership
- Support new product launches, menu changes, and operational initiatives as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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