Culinary Manager

Topgolf; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Play & 1/2 price food

Health, dental, vision

401(k) match

Mental well-being platform

Job summary

Topgolf is seeking an experienced Culinary Manager in Seattle to lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team. You will supervise culinary operations, cost control, and recipe development while upholding Topgolf’s core values of Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit and Caring.

The role requires at least 3 years of culinary management experience, a culinary degree, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in culinary management
• Experience developing a culinary team
• Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to stand and exert mobility for a scheduled shift
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stoop and bend
• Ability to work in high-temperature conditions (up to 100 degrees) for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
• Coach and develop the team and drive Associate engagement
• Demonstrate Topgolf’s Core Values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit and Caring
• Monitor inventory and purchase product
• Maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
• Select and develop recipes to corporate approval
• Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
• Plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
• Oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory management

Cost control

Food safety

Menu costing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in culinary

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
• Coach and develop the team and drive Associate engagement
• Demonstrate Topgolf’s Core Values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit and Caring
• Monitor inventory and purchase product
• Maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
• Select and develop recipes to corporate approval
• Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
• Plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
• Oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years in culinary management
• Proven ability to develop a culinary team
• Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stoop and bend
• Ability to work in high-temperature conditions (up to 100 degrees) for extended periods of time

Compensation

51,700.00 - 57,400.00 - 63,100.00 USD Annual

Benefits

Free Play & 1/2 price food! Health, dental, vision, 401(k) playmaker match, free mental well-being platform - and that’s just for starters for those who qualify. View playmaker benefits here.

EEO Statement

Topgolf is a global sports and entertainment community and is committed to equal opportunity and is firmly committed to preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. As an affirmative action employer, Topgolf also takes steps to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for our Guests, Associates, business partners, vendors, and the communities we serve.