Senior Food and Beverage Manager

Parker's Kitchen is a renowned culinary establishment known for its commitment to delivering exceptional food and beverage experiences. As a key player in the food service industry, Parker's Kitchen operates with a focus on high-quality offerings, innovative culinary solutions, and an unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction. The company prides itself on maintaining competitive edge through continuous menu development, sustainable business practices, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance service delivery.

The Senior Food & Beverage Program Manager at Parker's Kitchen plays a pivotal role in steering all facets of the food and beverage operations. This full-time position is designed for an experienced professional who excels in both strategic oversight and hands-on leadership. The role involves managing training and execution of enablement programs, spearheading projects around store technology implementation including customer touch screens and smart kitchen systems, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality assurance. Innovation is at the heart of this role, with responsibilities extending to driving new culinary offerings and refining existing menus to stay ahead in a competitive market.

This position requires a dynamic leader capable of managing complex relationships with internal teams and external partners, including vendor relationships, purchase negotiations, and collaborative efforts with marketing, accounting, and operations units. The Senior Food & Beverage Program Manager is also responsible for tracking and analyzing cost structures, managing rebates in partnership with finance teams, and leading product launches that align with Parker’s Kitchen’s strategic vision. Furthermore, they oversee performance metrics and key performance indicators, fostering a culture of operational excellence, efficiency, innovation, and financial success within the food service team.

The ideal candidate must combine a strong customer focus with a passion for both sales and culinary excellence. They should demonstrate profound knowledge of the food industry and an aptitude for executing food service operations seamlessly. Effective communication skills, adaptability, strong analytical capabilities, and collaborative leadership style are essential to thrive in this role. Candidates must have substantial experience managing multi-unit food service operations, staying abreast of regulatory standards, and possession of certifications related to food safety. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to Parker’s Kitchen’s continued growth and reputation as a market leader in food service innovation.