Culinary Operations Manager

Job Summary

Oskar’s Slider Bar is seeking an experienced and results-driven Culinary Operations Manager to oversee kitchen operations, supervise culinary staff, and maintain consistent food quality across daily service. The ideal candidate will combine culinary knowledge with strong leadership and organizational skills to manage food preparation, control costs, maintain safety standards, and ensure an efficient kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and service activities
• Lead, train, and supervise cooks, kitchen staff, and food preparation team members
• Coordinate kitchen workflows to ensure timely and accurate order completion
• Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes, presentation, and recipe standards
• Monitor food inventory, ingredient freshness, and supply requirements
• Coordinate purchasing and communicate with suppliers regarding deliveries
• Manage food costs, portion control, and waste reduction initiatives
• Develop and maintain kitchen procedures, preparation guides, and quality standards
• Ensure kitchen equipment is clean, functional, and properly maintained
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, temperature-control, and workplace safety procedures
• Coordinate with front-of-house management to support smooth restaurant service
• Monitor kitchen staffing needs and assist with shift scheduling
• Review operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Address kitchen-related concerns and support timely resolution of service issues

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management, culinary supervision, or restaurant operations experience required
• Strong understanding of food preparation and commercial kitchen operations
• Experience leading and training culinary teams
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage procedures
• Familiarity with inventory management, purchasing, and food cost control
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with kitchen scheduling and point-of-sale systems is an advantage
• Food safety certification or relevant culinary training preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid training and professional development
• Health benefits for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• Employee meal benefits
• Opportunities to develop leadership and culinary skills
• Career advancement opportunities

About the Company

Oskar’s Slider Bar is presented here as a restaurant business specializing in slider-style burgers and related menu offerings. The Culinary Operations Manager helps maintain efficient kitchen workflows, consistent food quality, responsible inventory management, and a positive dining experience for customers.

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per year

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person