Culinary Management Development Program

Newport Restaurant Group; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining Discount

Dining Card Program

Employee Ownership

Job summary

Newport Restaurant Group in Warwick, RI is launching a selective Culinary Management Development Program (CMDP), a 23-week, on-the-job leadership training for culinary school graduates aiming for restaurant leadership. Participants receive hands-on kitchen experience, structured leadership training, and real-time operational responsibility.

The program leads to titles like Sous Chef and a path along the Culinary Career Ladder within a 100% employee-owned company offering comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible to work days, nights, weekends and some holidays.
• Currently enrolled in a collegiate culinary program, or graduated within the last 12 months.
• Complete the application in full and include an academic letter of reference.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 23-week CMDP with hands-on culinary training and leadership development.
• Learn food prep, ordering, inventory, storage and quality standards.
• Progress along Newport Restaurant Group's Culinary Career Ladder and assume manager-on-duty duties.

Skills

Strong interpersonal & communication

Ability to stand for long periods

Lift/move 25-50 pounds

Collaborative team approach

Flexible schedule

Education

Culinary program enrollment or recent grad

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Newport Restaurant Group - Warwick, RI 02886

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00

Newport Restaurant Group's Culinary Management Development Program (CMDP) is a highly selective, 23-week, on-the-job management training experience designed for culinary school graduates ready to build a long-term career in restaurant leadership.

With limited openings, the program offers an exclusive opportunity to fast-track your future.

Built for Emerging Culinary Leaders - The CMDP was created to support culinary school graduates who are eager to step into management and grow within a dynamic, hospitality-driven organization.

This ambitious and detailed program blends:

• Hands-on culinary experience
• Structured leadership training
• Real-time operational responsibility
• A clear pathway through NRG's Culinary Career Ladder

You won't just work in the kitchen — you'll learn how to lead it.

The CMDP is a Unique 23-Week On-the-Job Management Program

Our fast-paced, thoughtful curriculum provides an immersive experience in:

• Food preparation & execution
• Ordering & inventory management
• Product storage & quality standards
• Equipment knowledge & maintenance
• Food safety & sanitation leadership
• Manager-on-Duty responsibilities
• Human resources fundamentals
• Employee ownership
• Team engagement & culture building

Throughout the program, participants follow NRG's Culinary Career Ladder, which clearly outlines the skills, competencies, and leadership proficiencies required to build a successful culinary management career.

Where This Program Leads

• Earn the title of Sous Chef
• Continue progressing through NRG's Culinary Career Ladder
• Be a part of a 100% employee-owned company committed to long-term growth and leadership development

This program is intentionally small and selective - designed to develop high-performing future leaders.

Manager Benefits Begin Day One

• Full-time Employment
• Competitive Salary: $55,000 - $60,000/ Year
• Sick, Holiday, and Vacation paid time off

Health & Wellness

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible & dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Financial & Employee Ownership

• 100% Company-Paid LTD, Life & AD&D Insurance
• Generous 401(k) Company Match
• Employee Ownership Opportunities

Employee Perks

• NRG Dining Card Program
• 35% Dining Discount (food & beverage)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Wholesaler Club Reimbursement
• Tenure Program
• Referral Bonus Program

Voluntary Benefits

• Telemedicine Access

ABOUT Newport Restaurant Group:

We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you'll not just be an employee — you'd be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there's no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• Must be currently enrolled in a collegiate culinary program, or have graduated within the last 12 months
• Must complete the application in full and be able to submit an academic letter of reference in the application

Please note: Your application submission must be filled out completely, and two academic letters of recommendation are required for your application to be considered

Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to create an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships