Culinary Manager: Lead Scratch Cuisine & Team Excellence

Darden Restaurants Inc.; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Quarterly bonus

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Health and wealth benefits

Dining discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Darden Restaurants Inc. operates Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen and is seeking a Culinary Manager in Wichita, KS. You will oversee all aspects of restaurant culinary operations to uphold quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, safety, and efficient kitchen management to deliver scratch-made meals at affordable prices and a great guest experience. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food cost and quality across the restaurant
• Drive profitability and inventory management for food & beverages
• Manage ordering processes and supplier relationships
• Lead training and development of culinary and service staff
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with health codes
• Oversee facilities maintenance and overall kitchen operations
• Coach and develop team to uphold Cheddar's standards

Job description

Darden Restaurants Inc. operates Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen and is seeking a Culinary Manager in Wichita, KS. You will oversee all aspects of restaurant culinary operations to uphold quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, safety, and efficient kitchen management to deliver scratch-made meals at affordable prices and a great guest experience. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.