Kitchen Manager: Culinary Innovation & Prototyping Lead

Charlie Baggs Culinary Innovations; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlie Baggs Culinary Innovations in Chicago, IL is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily kitchen operations within a dynamic culinary innovation environment. You will ensure recipe adherence, portioning, and high food quality while coordinating a small team.

This on-site role involves inventory control, supply ordering, sanitation compliance, and collaboration with culinary and technical staff on new prototypes and product development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen operations and following recipes.
• Knowledge of food & beverage operations, inventory, and safety protocols.
• Expertise in food quality and presentation to ensure consistency.
• Culinary management including staff supervision, scheduling, and training.
• Experience in product development or culinary innovation preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and local health regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure recipe adherence.
• Supervise kitchen staff schedules and performance.
• Maintain inventory, order supplies, and ensure food safety.
• Collaborate with culinary and technical teams on prototypes.
• Drive continuous process improvements and training.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Food Safety

Culinary Management

Staff Supervision

Inventory Control

Quality Assurance

HACCP Knowledge

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Charlie Baggs Culinary Innovations in Chicago, IL is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily kitchen operations within a dynamic culinary innovation environment. You will ensure recipe adherence, portioning, and high food quality while coordinating a small team.

This on-site role involves inventory control, supply ordering, sanitation compliance, and collaboration with culinary and technical staff on new prototypes and product development initiatives.