Culinary Director

Private Listing
Culver City, CA, US
$100K-$170K a year
Full-time

We are in search of a CULINARY DIRECTOR for a very established and incredibly busy and unique establishment in Los Angeles.

Currently operating 2 locations, ownership is looking to reorganize operations so they can start to grow into other locations and spin off concepts.

This concept has multiple revenue streams (grab and go, full service and pick up catering, café, retail and more) and is looking for a culinarian that has dealt with QSR / Grab and go as well as high volume commissaries and catering.

You will work with owner on diverse and appealing menus for grab-and-go, retail, catering, and commissary services based on product mix of existing ingredients as well as developing new items that are on brand.

This is high end yet casual food, not your average café at all.

This individual MUST have relevant experience, even if from different employers including but not limited to :

  • Extensive financial skills including budgeting, costing, P&Ls, forecasting and proformas.
  • Experience with commissaries, specifically designing and buildout.
  • Establish and maintain the commissary by overseeing inventory levels, implementing cost-effective measures, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
  • Creating and refining delivery systems from the commissary to kitchens, ensuring timely and efficient distribution
  • Exceptional organizational skills from line level to big picture tasks.
  • Experience with grab and go concepts in one way or another
  • You’ve held a multi-unit position in a heavy volume, high end food establishment
  • Ability to organize and set up training programs.
  • Strong with R&D and recipe development.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with teams and departments

This is a last job for the right person. Must be flexible and have the want to be part of a team. Plenty of room to grow this concept all throughout Southern California so we are looking for a long term fit.

Compensation and benefits :

  • Base salary up to $170K+, DOE
  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • Generous paid time off
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Supportive work environment that values creativity and promotes innovation

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $125,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits :

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Food provided
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 4 days ago
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