Kitchen Manager - Dining Services (Centerpointe) #721817942

Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is a dynamic student employment organization affiliated with California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. As the largest employer of students on the Cal Poly Pomona campus, it offers valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 students annually. The Enterprises provide positions across a wide array of fields including technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality management, leadership, and research grants. This organization is deeply committed to Cal Poly Pomona's learn-by-doing philosophy, enabling student employees to develop practical skills aligned with their fields of study. Beyond student employment, Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises contributes significantly to campus life by supporting nearly 1,100 Enterprises and scholarship programs annually, including prominent initiatives such as Bronco Athletics and the Norman J. Priest Scholarship. The organization also administers grants and contracts, supports campus security measures, and publishes various university materials. Each year, it contributes over one million dollars to the university, underscoring its integral role in enhancing educational and extracurricular experiences at Cal Poly Pomona.

The role of Kitchen Manager is crucial within the culinary operations of Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises. Reporting under the general supervision of the Executive Chef, the Kitchen Manager oversees critical aspects of food production and inventory management at the assigned location. This includes managing food production records, scaling recipes according to forecasted customer counts, and ensuring the timely ordering, receiving, and safe storage of all food, supplies, and smallwares needed to meet demand while minimizing waste. In addition to administrative oversight, the Kitchen Manager supervises scheduling and the culinary team to maintain smooth daily operations.

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards, including HACCP protocols for food preparation, packaging, storage, and disposal. This role requires meticulous attention to detail in inventory control and post-production data entry to accurately reflect food usage and production statistics. The position also involves training and developing culinary staff, ensuring workplace cleanliness and sanitation, and maintaining high standards for service quality and customer satisfaction. Operational responsibilities additionally include managing vendor relationships, resolving maintenance issues swiftly, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, foundation standards, and policies.

Given the nature of the food service industry and university schedule, the Kitchen Manager must be flexible to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends as dictated by business needs. The ability to lead in alignment with the Enterprises’ vision, mission, and values is essential, along with strong communication skills and the capability to work within a diverse team environment. Overall, this role offers an exciting opportunity for experienced food production managers to contribute to a vibrant educational community while furthering their professional careers in culinary management.