Executive Kitchen Manager

Goop Kitchen; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k match

Cell phone reimbursement

Employee discount

Growth opportunities

Job summary

goop kitchen, opening a new Culver City location in the Helms District, seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the opening team and establish culinary standards. You will oversee daily operations, ensure high-quality, health-conscious dishes, and collaborate with senior leadership to drive innovative, sustainable menus.

The role focuses on staff mentoring, cost control, and strict adherence to food safety protocols while building a dynamic, delivery-first kitchen that supports Goop Kitchen’s mission.

Qualifications

• 2+ years leading a high-volume kitchen.
• Experience managing P&L, labor cost, and food cost targets.
• Proven track record mentoring kitchen staff at all levels.
• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification.
• Bilingual — Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

• Culinary leadership: lead kitchen operations and uphold health-conscious, allergen-friendly standards.
• Menu execution: ensure recipe adherence, portion control, and ingredient quality.
• Staff supervision: mentor kitchen staff for high performance and positive work environment.
• Inventory & sourcing: source fresh, seasonal ingredients and manage inventory to minimize waste.
• Health & safety compliance: enforce food safety protocols, HACCP, and hygiene standards.
• Cost management: monitor food and labor costs while maintaining quality.
• Quality control: conduct regular checks on taste and presentation to ensure brand consistency.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff management

Food cost control

Education

Food safety certification (ServSafe)

Job description

Description

Good, clean food is coming to Culver City.

We are opening a new location in the Helms District! We are looking for a Chef de Cuisine to build and lead our opening team!

The Executive Kitchen Manager or as we call them, the Chef de Cuisine (CDC), at goop kitchen will be responsible for overseeing the daily culinary operations of the kitchen, ensuring the preparation and execution of high-quality dishes in line with our clean, health-conscious standards. This position will work closely with the Market Director, Director of Kitchen Operations, Area CDC, and kitchen staff to maintain the integrity of our menu, drive innovation in our offerings, and support Goop Kitchen’s mission of promoting nutritious, flavorful, and sustainable eating.

• Culinary Leadership: Lead kitchen operations, ensuring that all food preparation and presentation meet Goop Kitchen’s high standards for health-conscious and allergen-friendly meals.
• Menu Execution: Oversee the consistent execution of Goop Kitchen's menu items, including recipe adherence, portion control, and ingredient quality.
• Staff Supervision: Manage and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring a positive and efficient working environment while maintaining high performance and productivity.
• Inventory & Sourcing: Collaborate with suppliers to source fresh, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients, and manage inventory to minimize waste while maximizing efficiency.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure that all food safety protocols, kitchen hygiene standards, and health regulations are strictly followed, including allergen management and HACCP guidelines.
• Cost Management: Monitor food and labor costs to ensure they are within budget, while maintaining high-quality standards in product and service.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular quality checks on food preparation, taste, and presentation to ensure consistency with Goop Kitchen’s brand.

Requirements

Required

• At least 2 years of proven experience leading a high volume kitchen or culinary operation (e.g.. Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, General Manager)
• Experience managing P&L, labor cost, and food cost targets
• Proven track record of managing, mentoring, motivating kitchen staff at all levels
• ServSafe certification or other relevant food safety certification
• Bilingual — Spanish/English

Preferred

• Experience supporting new restaurant openings or multi-location operations
• Background in health-forward, clean-ingredient, made-to-order kitchen concepts
• Experience with delivery-first or digital food concepts

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Bonus potential
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k match
• Annual cell phone reimbursement
• Employee discount.
• Opportunity to build and work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on a rapidly growing brand.

About goop kitchen

goop kitchen is an upscale fast-casual concept, founded by Gwyneth Paltrow in 2021, serving real, clean, and delicious food made-to-order. The brand focuses on thoughtfully sourced ingredients and chef-driven menus designed primarily for delivery and takeout.