Culinary Assistant & Operations Coordinator

Culinary Assistant & Operations Coordinator

Rami Raw | Dallas, TX

Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $60,000–$70,000 per year, depending on experience
Location: Dallas, Texas (In-Person)
Schedule: Flexible, including evenings, weekends, and occasional last-minute requests
Training Period: 60–90 days of intensive hands-on training

About Rami Raw

Rami Raw is a Dallas-based private chef and culinary company specializing in personalized meal preparation, private chef services for professional athletes and high-profile clients, luxury private dining, catering, and exclusive events.

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and versatile culinary professional to work directly alongside the Executive Chef and founder.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes, takes pride in supporting an established culinary business, and wants to become a trusted, long-term member of our team.

We are not necessarily looking for the most experienced chef. We are looking for the right person.

The ideal candidate has a solid culinary foundation, excellent organizational skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. We are happy to train the right individual on our administrative systems and business operations.

This is a hands-on position requiring someone who can transition seamlessly between cooking, meal prep production, deliveries, private events, and operational support.

Key ResponsibilitiesCulinary & Private Chef Support

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily food preparation and cooking for private clients and professional athletes.
• Prepare meals according to established recipes, dietary requirements, and presentation standards.
• Assist with private dinners, luxury events, and catering operations.
• Support menu execution, mise en place, plating, and kitchen organization.
• Maintain consistent food quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards.
• Assist with grocery shopping, ingredient sourcing, and purchasing.
• Help coordinate daily culinary schedules and anticipate upcoming needs.

Meal Prep Production & Delivery Operations

A significant portion of this position involves supporting our weekly meal preparation and delivery business.

• Participate in high-volume meal preparation, cooking, portioning, and packaging.
• Assist with weekly production planning and kitchen preparation schedules.
• Ensure meals meet established recipes, portion specifications, and dietary requirements.
• Organize meal labels, packing sheets, and client orders.
• Oversee quality control, accuracy, and organization during packaging.
• Coordinate and assist with delivery preparation, loading, and distribution.
• Personally deliver meals to clients when needed.
• Assist with delivery routes, scheduling, and last-minute changes.
• Maintain food safety and proper temperature control during transportation.
• Monitor inventory, packaging materials, and production supplies.
• Work alongside kitchen staff to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.

This is a hands-on role. Candidates must be comfortable assisting with every stage of meal prep operations, including cooking, packaging, loading vehicles, and making deliveries.

Administrative & Operational Support

We are willing to provide training in the administrative aspects of this position.

Responsibilities will eventually include:

• Assisting with daily scheduling and coordination of kitchen operations.
• Maintaining client preferences, dietary restrictions, and meal records.
• Creating and organizing grocery lists, prep sheets, and production schedules.
• Communicating with vendors and coordinating purchasing.
• Assisting with event planning, logistics, and preparation.
• Organizing recipes, menus, inventory, and operational documents.
• Helping coordinate kitchen staff and delivery personnel.
• Supporting the Executive Chef with day-to-day business responsibilities.

Previous administrative experience is not required. We will train the right candidate.

AI & Technology

Artificial intelligence and technology play an important role in our daily operations.

Candidates must be comfortable using AI tools or demonstrate the ability to become proficient quickly.

Responsibilities include:

• Using ChatGPT and other AI platforms to assist with daily operations.
• Creating and organizing recipes, menus, grocery lists, and prep sheets.
• Working with spreadsheets, digital forms, and scheduling tools.
• Assisting with AI-powered meal planning, client management, and production workflows.
• Learning and implementing new technologies to improve operational efficiency.
• Helping identify opportunities to streamline repetitive tasks.

AI proficiency is strongly preferred. Technological aptitude and a willingness to learn are essential.

Schedule Flexibility & Availability — Essential Requirement

This is not a traditional kitchen position with a fixed Monday–Friday schedule.

Our business serves professional athletes, private clients, and exclusive events. Schedules can change unexpectedly, sometimes with very little notice.

We need someone who is highly dependable, responsive, and willing to adjust their schedule when business demands change.

Candidates must be:

• Comfortable working a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Willing to accommodate last-minute scheduling changes, including same-day requests.
• Available to assist with unexpected increases in workload, additional private events, or urgent client needs.
• Dependable and responsive when additional support is required.
• Comfortable working additional paid hours during particularly busy periods.

IMPORTANT: If you require a strictly fixed schedule or are consistently unable to accommodate short-notice changes, this position is not the right fit.

We will communicate schedules as far in advance as possible and establish clear expectations for availability, time off, and compensation.

Initial Training Period — Increased Availability Required

The first 60–90 days will involve extensive hands-on training directly alongside the Executive Chef.

During this period, the selected candidate will learn multiple aspects of the business, including:

• Private chef services and client preferences.
• Meal preparation and delivery operations.
• Kitchen production and quality standards.
• Grocery purchasing and inventory management.
• Private dining and event execution.
• Administrative systems and scheduling.
• AI tools and digital workflows.

The training period will require greater scheduling flexibility and potentially longer workweeks than the regular position.

Candidates must be prepared to dedicate additional time during this period to fully understand the business and its operations.

All required training hours will be paid, and applicable overtime requirements will be followed.

Following training, the position is expected to transition toward a more consistent full-time schedule, while maintaining the flexibility required for our business.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of professional culinary or commercial kitchen experience.
• Strong understanding of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen organization.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent quality.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and accommodate short-notice schedule changes.
• Comfortable with computers, smartphones, and digital tools.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to safely lift and transport up to 40 pounds, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
• Professional attitude and willingness to perform a wide range of responsibilities.

Preferred but Not Required:

• Experience with private chef services, catering, or high-volume meal preparation.
• Experience with professional athletes or specialized dietary requirements.
• Previous experience with ChatGPT or other AI tools.
• Experience with spreadsheets, scheduling, or inventory management.
• Previous supervisory or kitchen leadership experience.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working behind the scenes and supporting an established chef.
• Takes pride in executing someone else's culinary vision.
• Is dependable, trustworthy, discreet, and professional.
• Has a positive attitude and is willing to help wherever needed.
• Is comfortable taking direction and receiving feedback.
• Anticipates problems and takes initiative.
• Is organized, resourceful, and adaptable.
• Is eager to learn new skills, including AI and administrative systems.
• Values stability and is interested in a long-term working relationship.
• Understands that no task is beneath them.

This is not a position focused on personal recognition or developing an independent culinary brand. It is an opportunity for someone who wants to become an essential part of an established and growing culinary operation.

Compensation & Growth

Annual Salary: $60,000–$70,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Full-time position.
• Paid hands-on training.
• Opportunities for performance-based compensation increases.
• Potential performance bonuses.
• Mileage reimbursement for approved business driving.
• Opportunity for increased responsibilities and long-term professional growth.

Final compensation, scheduling expectations, and employment terms will be discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé along with a brief introduction explaining your culinary experience and why this position interests you.

We are particularly interested in candidates who are dependable, adaptable, technologically capable, and genuinely enjoy supporting a chef and culinary business behind the scenes.

Qualified candidates may be invited to complete a paid working interview to evaluate culinary skills, organization, and overall compatibility.

We are looking for someone who wants to become a trusted right hand—not simply fill another kitchen position.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• How many years of professional culinary or commercial kitchen experience do you have?
• Are you available for a 60–90-day training period that may require additional paid hours and scheduling flexibility?
• Are you comfortable assisting with meal prep production, packing, loading, and personally delivering meals?
• Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?
• Why does a long-term, behind-the-scenes culinary support position appeal to you?
• Are you willing and able to accommodate occasional same-day schedule changes, evenings, and weekends?
• Describe your experience using ChatGPT, Claude, AI tools, or digital systems.

Work Location: In person