Culinary Manager: Lead a High-Volume Kitchen & Events

Topgolf; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Play & half-price food

Health, dental, vision

401(k) match

Mental well-being platform

Job summary

Topgolf is seeking a Culinary Manager to lead a high-energy, high-volume kitchen and ensure best-in-class culinary experiences for every guest. You will supervise the kitchen, coach staff, manage inventories, and enforce safety and sanitation standards in a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.

The role requires culinary expertise and strong leadership to drive performance, cost control, and guest satisfaction across events and day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary management or supervisory experience in a high-volume environment.
• Culinary degree or professional certification preferred.
• Must be 21+ years of age as required by state/local law.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and supervise the kitchen team across shifts.
• Coach and develop team members and drive engagement.
• Delegate tasks and follow up to ensure completion and quality.
• Manage day-to-day line operations or events execution as assigned.
• Plan and cost menus for special events and chef-choice occasions.
• Monitor inventory and purchase product within budget and ensure safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Culinary management

supervisory experience

High-volume service

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Topgolf is seeking a Culinary Manager to lead a high-energy, high-volume kitchen and ensure best-in-class culinary experiences for every guest. You will supervise the kitchen, coach staff, manage inventories, and enforce safety and sanitation standards in a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.

The role requires culinary expertise and strong leadership to drive performance, cost control, and guest satisfaction across events and day-to-day operations.