Culinary Operations Manager

4 days ago


Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States Compass Group Careers Full time
Job Summary

This is a Great Opportunity to join a leading food service company. We are seeking a growth-minded Culinary Operations Manager for our expanding business. In this role, you will be responsible for the success of both the culinary and food service operation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the full culinary management of food service operations, including inventory, ordering, and receiving.
  • Have knowledge of profit and loss (P&L) accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable.
  • Be proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing, and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products.
  • Possess a passion for sustainability.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Must have a working knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
  • Three years of culinary management experience in contract food service, fine dining settings, or restaurants with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
  • Extensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
  • Experience with exposition cooking is necessary.
  • Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable.
  • ServSafe certified is a plus.
About Compass Group Careers

Compass Group Careers is a leading food service company that delivers exceptional service and aims to be the best part of someone's day. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

We offer a range of benefits to our associates, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, flexible time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).



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