Pomona,CA,USA Kitchen Manager-Centerpointe #654762515(Full-time)-Cal

Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is an established organization affiliated with California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. The Foundation is the largest employer of students on campus, providing valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 students annually. It supports various fields including technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality management, leadership, and research grants. This institution actively supports nearly 1,100 Foundation and scholarship programs and contributes significant operational funding to the university, including athletics and campus security. Known for its commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and community well-being, Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and offers reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. This job vacancy is for the position of Kitchen Manager, which operates under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. The Kitchen Manager plays a critical role in ensuring efficient food production and inventory management at the assigned location. Responsibilities include managing food production records, recipe scaling, ordering, receiving, and the safe storage of food and supplies. The manager must ensure the culinary team is well-supplied with all necessary ingredients and products for smooth daily operations. The role demands flexibility as it requires working evenings and weekends to meet business needs. Key functions of the Kitchen Manager include optimizing inventory control procedures to minimize waste, preparing a variety of food and beverages when necessary, and accurately forecasting customer counts to adjust food production accordingly. The manager distributes scaled recipes and production records to departments and ensures those records are accurately completed daily by the culinary staff. Food safety is a priority, with strict adherence to HACCP standards for prepared, packaged, stored, and discarded foods. The individual in this role sets up appropriate labeling systems and ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and Foundation standards within their operational area. Additional duties involve overseeing the selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff needed to maintain effective operations. The Kitchen Manager also monitors contracted staff responsible for services like custodial, landscaping, pest control, and maintenance, ensuring facility standards are upheld. The role includes direct interaction with customers and vendors to resolve complaints and issues in a timely manner. Operational tasks include managing work schedules, ensuring accurate time recording according to Foundation standards, reporting accidents and injuries promptly, and submitting various routine and complex reports accurately and on time. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for monthly inventory accuracy and must ensure the assigned area maintains high quality and cleanliness standards at all times. This position also requires the operation of company vehicles to transport food, staff, and guests safely. Problem-solving skills are essential for addressing equipment, maintenance, and facility issues. Candidates must demonstrate flexibility to work varied schedules, including evenings and weekends, and must embody the organization's vision, mission, and values. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, resourcefulness, initiative, and the ability to work cooperatively in a multi-ethnic environment are critical for success in this role. Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises requires candidates to have completion of a two-year college degree or vocational certificate in culinary arts or management coupled with at least two years of food production management experience, or five years of related experience. The role also demands experience in inventory management, a valid California driver’s license and insurance, ServSafe Manager's Certification or equivalent, and the capacity to develop and apply operational policies effectively. The Foundation prides itself on fostering a safe, inclusive environment that promotes career growth and personal development. The Kitchen Manager's contribution is vital to maintaining excellent food service standards consistent with the Foundation’s objectives and enhancing the overall campus experience for students and staff alike. The employer also has a stringent background check policy to ensure the protection of campus community health and safety, including a criminal records check that may impact the conditional offer of employment. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for motivated individuals eager to lead in a dynamic, education-centered environment while gaining professional experience in culinary management and campus operations.

• Must possess degree equivalent to two-year college or vocational certificate in culinary arts or management
• Minimum two years food production management or five years experience
• Experience as inventory manager or equivalent
• Valid California driver’s license and insurance
• ServSafe Manager’s Certification or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies and procedures
• Ability to be resourceful and take initiative
• Ability to work cooperatively in a multi-ethnic environment
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• Willingness to lead based on Enterprises’ vision, mission and values
• Strong writing skills