CookUnity
Senior Culinary Operations Manager
CookUnity, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The RoleThe
Sr. Culinary Operations Manager
is responsible for providing operational oversight to hourly team members across multiple departments. This individual will manage the optimization and execution of the kitchen operations.You will be responsible for building relationships between CookUnity team and our independent contractors' Chefs' teams and become a liaison for tools/resources.On a daily basis, you'll be responsible for meal production, food safety, and quality control. You will monitor equipment maintenance and conditions and ensure that the kitchen operates alongside state and federal health and safety codes. You will also ensure that all food meets quality standards and is produced on time.You will have a hands-on mindset and presence in the production kitchen, supporting CookUnity employees and holding our independent contractors' Chefs' teams accountable.ResponsibilitiesSchedule and control staff to meet labor productivity and overtime targetsManage, coach, and motivate a team of associates and supervisors, providing them with the necessary equipment, training, and quality directionProvide a hospitable experience for our chefs and incorporate solutions to drive an efficient and frictionless experienceLead growth and development of the direct team, including performance management and professional developmentMaintain a work environment that guarantees and promotes food & team safety, ensuring compliance with Food Safety and Sustainability policies at all timesCollaborate with new Chef's team onboardingQualifications5 or more years' experience in a commissary kitchen, preferred, and high-volume food preparationIn-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulationsChicago Food Service Manager LicenseProficiency with Google apps (Gmail, Drive, Spreadsheets, etc.)Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment with a high level of ambiguity and changeBeing able to speak conversational Spanish is strongly preferredProblem-solving and leadership skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to develop and lead others to obtain desired results & achieve productivity goalsRequirementsMust be able to deal with stressful situations and environmentMust be able to accommodate flexible working hours including early morning, late night, weekends, and holidaysAble to lift up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 100 poundsWork in temperature-controlled environmentsAble to work onsite each workdayBenefitsHealth Insurance coveragePTO policy and paid holidays offWe grow, you grow: Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1Eligible for bi-annual performance bonusFamily leave: 12 weeks for the primary caregiver and 6 weeks for the secondary caregiver, fully paidCompassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arisesA generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals, added to your account, monthlyWellness perks: access to a nutritional coach and fitness subsidies to build a healthy lifestylePersonalized Spanish coach#ENGHP
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Sr. Culinary Operations Manager
is responsible for providing operational oversight to hourly team members across multiple departments. This individual will manage the optimization and execution of the kitchen operations.You will be responsible for building relationships between CookUnity team and our independent contractors' Chefs' teams and become a liaison for tools/resources.On a daily basis, you'll be responsible for meal production, food safety, and quality control. You will monitor equipment maintenance and conditions and ensure that the kitchen operates alongside state and federal health and safety codes. You will also ensure that all food meets quality standards and is produced on time.You will have a hands-on mindset and presence in the production kitchen, supporting CookUnity employees and holding our independent contractors' Chefs' teams accountable.ResponsibilitiesSchedule and control staff to meet labor productivity and overtime targetsManage, coach, and motivate a team of associates and supervisors, providing them with the necessary equipment, training, and quality directionProvide a hospitable experience for our chefs and incorporate solutions to drive an efficient and frictionless experienceLead growth and development of the direct team, including performance management and professional developmentMaintain a work environment that guarantees and promotes food & team safety, ensuring compliance with Food Safety and Sustainability policies at all timesCollaborate with new Chef's team onboardingQualifications5 or more years' experience in a commissary kitchen, preferred, and high-volume food preparationIn-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulationsChicago Food Service Manager LicenseProficiency with Google apps (Gmail, Drive, Spreadsheets, etc.)Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment with a high level of ambiguity and changeBeing able to speak conversational Spanish is strongly preferredProblem-solving and leadership skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to develop and lead others to obtain desired results & achieve productivity goalsRequirementsMust be able to deal with stressful situations and environmentMust be able to accommodate flexible working hours including early morning, late night, weekends, and holidaysAble to lift up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 100 poundsWork in temperature-controlled environmentsAble to work onsite each workdayBenefitsHealth Insurance coveragePTO policy and paid holidays offWe grow, you grow: Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1Eligible for bi-annual performance bonusFamily leave: 12 weeks for the primary caregiver and 6 weeks for the secondary caregiver, fully paidCompassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arisesA generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals, added to your account, monthlyWellness perks: access to a nutritional coach and fitness subsidies to build a healthy lifestylePersonalized Spanish coach#ENGHP
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