Culinary Operations Director
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Food Production
This is a senior leadership role overseeing a complex culinary and production operation, with responsibility for food safety, quality, operational performance, cost control, team development, and continuous improvement
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The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of culinary operations and large-scale food production/manufacturing leadership and be comfortable leading teams in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities- Lead large-scale culinary and food production operations
- Drive food safety, sanitation, quality, and regulatory compliance
- Oversee production planning, scheduling, and process controls
- Manage labor, food costs, waste, productivity, quality, and operational KPIs
- Implement standardized processes and continuous improvement initiatives
- Champion Lean manufacturing and operational excellence principles
- Develop and lead culinary, supervisory, and production teams
- Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other operational teams
- Use data and performance metrics to improve efficiency, quality, and overall business results
- 10+ years of leadership experience in high-volume food production, food manufacturing, commissary operations, large-scale culinary operations, or a similar environment
- Strong background in production management, food safety, quality systems, and operational performance
- Experience managing large teams and complex production environments
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and applicable food safety/regulatory standards
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning
- Continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing experience
- Proven success improving quality, efficiency, cost, and team performance
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operational leader who knows how to balance culinary quality with the discipline and efficiency of large-scale production
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