Culinary Assistant Manager

Landed; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off organic meals

20% off in-store purchases

401k with match

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Bonuses and rewards

Job summary

Erewhon Market is seeking a Culinary Assistant Manager to lead kitchen operations within our store, partner with the Culinary Manager, and drive quality and profitability. You will manage inventory, scheduling, and a Culinary Team while upholding brand standards and ensuring efficient service.

We value strong leadership, clear communication, and prior kitchen management experience, with a Food Handler Supervisor Certificate required.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years culinary/kitchen experience
• 2 years in a management role
• Food Handler Supervisor Certificate required

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations in the Erewhon store and collaborate with Culinary Manager to ensure quality and profitability.
• Maintain knowledge of Erewhon brand and Café menu.
• Assist in inventory control, purchasing, scheduling, and managing the Culinary Team.
• Monitor stations for proper setup, replenishment, and food item quality.
• Assist in developing the Culinary Team through training, hiring, and promotions.
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to align on operations (catering, Postmates, etc.).
• Supervise team to ensure SOPs, food quality, and efficiency.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and health department standards; establish pars for day goods.
• Assist in monthly inventory management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Culinary/Kitchen Experience

Computer Skills

Food Handler Supervisor Certificate

Education

Two years of school food service experience preferred

Job description

Join the movement! Erewhon Market is helping shape the future of health and wellness, and we’re continuing to grow. Our culture is driven by passionate leaders, supportive teams, and a shared commitment to offering high-quality food and wellness products. With multiple locations and more on the way, there are plenty of opportunities to grow with us!

What we offer:

• $28 - $35 / hour (based on experience)
• 50% off organic meals daily
• 20% off in-store purchases
• 401k with 3% match, Paid Vacation, Health Benefits and much more…
• Bonuses and sales rewards (for some departments)
• HUGE opportunities for career growth

What You Will Do:

• The Culinary Assistant Manager will oversee the kitchen operations of the Erewhon store at hand. They will work in tandem with the Culinary Manager to ensure that the overall operations are followed to ensure quality and profitability.
• Full understanding and knowledge of the Erewhon brand and overall Café menu.
• Responsible for assisting Culinary Manager in overall Culinary operations including inventory control, purchasing, scheduling and managing the Culinary Team.
• Assists in overseeing a smooth operation of the assigned shift or store hours by monitoring all stations for correct setup/schematic and replenishment of food items.
• Assists in developing the Culinary Team by training, leading and participating in selection, hiring and promotion of potential cooks, dishwashers and other back of the house positions.
• Performs daily pre-shift with Culinary Team to ensure cohesiveness, alignment and clear communication regarding the operations for the day (i.e. catering, postmates, etc.)
• Supervises Culinary Team in order to maintain all standard operating procedures, quality of food and efficiency are being adhered to.
• Inspect cleanliness of kitchen, prep kitchen and dishwashing area to comply with the high standards of the Health Department.Responsible for establishing and maintaining pars for all day goods.
• Assists in monthly inventory management.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 3-4 years Culinary/Kitchen experience and 2 years of experience in a management role.
• Two years of school food service experience is preferred.
• Must exude strong leadership and computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with the Culinary and management Team.
• Food Handlers Supervisor Certificate required.

Erewhon Market is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance.