Chef Manager – Lead with Culinary Excellence at Our Culinary Center!
Culinary Center Leadership
Are you a culinary professional passionate about great food, strong leadership, and operational excellence? Join our team as a Chef Manager and bring your expertise to a high-volume culinary center focused on quality, service, and innovation.
What You’ll Do:
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Oversee daily kitchen operations to produce high-quality meals for multiple service locations
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Supervise, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain culinary standards and operational efficiency
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Assist with menu development that aligns with client needs, nutritional standards, and production requirements
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Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and inventory controls in accordance with health regulations
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Partner with internal teams and clients to support operational goals and service expectations
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Manage production records, vendor orders, inventory levels, and kitchen budgets
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Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement
We’re Looking For:
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3+ years of experience in culinary management (institutional, corporate dining, or high-volume food service a plus)
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Strong cooking skills with an emphasis on scratch preparation and batch production
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Knowledge of food safety standards, production planning, and kitchen operations
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A proactive leader who motivates teams and drives results
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ServSafe certification
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Passion for delivering high-quality meals and exceptional service
Why Join Us?
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Competitive pay + opportunities for growth
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Consistent schedule – no nights, weekends, or major holidays
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Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement
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Paid time off and professional development opportunities
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The opportunity to lead a culinary team that supports multiple locations and high-impact operations
About Us:
At Whitsons, we believe great food drives great outcomes. As a Chef Manager, you’ll blend culinary expertise with effective leadership to support a culinary center that serves as a hub of quality, reliability, and service excellence. You’ll not only manage production—you’ll help build a kitchen environment rooted in teamwork and purpose.
Ready to lead with impact? Apply now and help us deliver excellence—at Whitsons, our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.