Kitchen Operations Lead – Multi-Concept DMK

DoorDash Essentials, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DoorDash is seeking a Kitchen Manager for DashMart Kitchens, a DoorDash-owned kitchen inside a DashMart fulfillment center in Charlotte, NC. You will lead daily operations, manage staff, and ensure top-quality, safe meals while implementing scalable systems across multiple concepts.

You will partner with the Site Manager to optimize scheduling, inventory, and processes, adapting to fast-changing needs and maintaining a safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in medium/high-volume fast-casual or full-service restaurant environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations for a DashMart Kitchens site.
• Oversee a team of hourly Kitchen Operations Associates and Shift Leads, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Ensure food safety, accurate orders, and high-quality meal preparation.
• Develop staffing plans, schedules, and processes to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Collaborate with Site Manager on multiple concepts and new initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Food safety

Staffing & scheduling

Data-driven

Excel/Google Sheets

Inventory controls

Operational excellence

Education

ServeSafe Manager certification

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

IMS (Inventory Management Systems)

Job description

DoorDash is seeking a Kitchen Manager for DashMart Kitchens, a DoorDash-owned kitchen inside a DashMart fulfillment center in Charlotte, NC. You will lead daily operations, manage staff, and ensure top-quality, safe meals while implementing scalable systems across multiple concepts.

You will partner with the Site Manager to optimize scheduling, inventory, and processes, adapting to fast-changing needs and maintaining a safety-first culture.