Whitsons Culinary Group Needs Kitchen Manager-Berkeley Culinary Center

Whitsons Culinary Group is a leading foodservice management company dedicated to delivering high-quality, safe, and flavorful meals to a diverse range of communities. With a steadfast mission of "Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time," Whitsons Culinary Group embodies a purpose-driven culture centered around quality, care, and continuous improvement. The company specializes in culinary production and management, providing customized food solutions that prioritize both operational excellence and customer satisfaction. With a comprehensive approach to foodservice management, Whitsons focuses on ensuring every meal it produces is crafted with attention to safety standards, quality ingredients, and thoughtful preparation processes. This dedication has positioned Whitsons as a trusted partner in educational, corporate, healthcare, and other foodservice sectors, feeding thousands each day with consistent excellence. Joining Whitsons Culinary Group as a Kitchen Manager presents an exciting opportunity to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen manufacturing environment. This pivotal role involves managing all aspects of kitchen production, including labor, quality control, food safety, and equipment operations. As a Kitchen Manager, you will oversee the entire production line, ensuring products meet stringent quality benchmarks while maintaining peak operational efficiency. Your leadership will extend to scheduling and optimizing production workflows, coordinating batch cycles, and making real-time adjustments aimed at increasing throughput and minimizing downtime. The role demands hands-on technical expertise with sophisticated kitchen equipment such as Lyco Cookers, Blentech Systems, and Rovema pouch fillers, among others. In addition to operational leadership, the Kitchen Manager at Whitsons Culinary Group plays a crucial role in staff development. By mentoring and motivating kitchen personnel, you will foster a collaborative environment that values engagement and professional growth. Your efforts in team building will directly impact overall productivity and employee satisfaction. Moreover, you will collaborate closely with research and development teams to translate innovative culinary recipes into scalable and consistent batch programs, bridging creativity with commercial viability. A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining safety and quality standards across all production stages. The Kitchen Manager is a champion of food safety protocols, including SQF (Safe Quality Food) certifications and occupational safety measures, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk. Meeting operational KPIs related to customer service, labor efficiency, and inventory accuracy will be key indicators of your success in this role. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $85,000 and above, commensurate with experience. It also provides a leadership role with opportunities for career advancement within a company that values purpose, quality, and continuous improvement. This role may involve occasional evening or weekend work and requires physical stamina in a dynamic kitchen environment, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and endure exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels. In summary, the Kitchen Manager at Whitsons Culinary Group will leverage operational expertise, technical knowledge, and strong leadership skills to drive excellence in culinary production. Your contributions will directly impact the quality and safety of meals served to thousands, reinforcing Whitsons' reputation as a leader in foodservice excellence.

• High school diploma required
• Culinary certificate preferred
• ServSafe or local food handler certification
• Experience managing and training production staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to stand and walk most of the day
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Able to work in hot and cold environments with moderate to loud noise exposure
• Occasional evening, weekend work or travel may be required