Culinary Operations Manager

Leal Vineyards; Hollister (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Leal Vineyards seeks a Kitchen Manager to oversee all food production, menu execution, and staff development across central coast properties. You will manage budgets, hire and train line cooks, ensure sanitation, and coordinate with catering events, including wood-fired pizza production.

Responsibilities include maintaining high quality and safety standards, training staff, and driving profitability while delivering exceptional guest experiences across multiple venues.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Experience recruiting line cooks and kitchen staff.
• Strong cost control across food, equipment, labor and waste.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all kitchen operations and staff.
• Monitor food purchase specifications, recipes and menus.
• Ensure sanitation, safety and quality across all kitchen areas.
• Manage staffing levels to meet service demands and budget goals.
• Coordinate with F&B leadership for events and catering.
• Provide training and development for kitchen staff.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Staff recruitment

Budgeting

Education

4-5 years culinary field experience

3 years culinary management

Job description

Leal Vineyards seeks a Kitchen Manager to oversee all food production, menu execution, and staff development across central coast properties. You will manage budgets, hire and train line cooks, ensure sanitation, and coordinate with catering events, including wood-fired pizza production.

Responsibilities include maintaining high quality and safety standards, training staff, and driving profitability while delivering exceptional guest experiences across multiple venues.