Training Specialist (Food Control, Back of Kitchen Processes)

AUBERGINE AND COMPANY; Crystal Bay (NV); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal benefits

PTO

Mileage/travel reimbursement

Job summary

AUBERGINE KITCHEN is seeking a Training Specialist to oversee food safety programs and kitchen processes across multiple districts. You will travel to support Health Department readiness, ensure proper storage and sanitation, and train Kitchen Managers and staff on recipes and safety procedures.

The role requires a Kitchen Manager Certificate or equivalent food safety certification, strong English communication, and prior kitchen experience.

Qualifications

• Kitchen Manager Certificate or equivalent food safety certification.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Professional kitchen experience.
• Knowledge of health department rules and regulations.
• Ability to train employees on recipes, procedures, and safety.
• Detail-oriented with ability to identify safety/quality issues.
• Ability to travel between multiple locations and work independently.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain food safety and quality across locations.
• Conduct kitchen visits to ensure compliance with company standards and regulations.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, FIFO, temperature control, and sanitation.
• Identify issues and work with management to implement corrective actions.
• Train and coach kitchen teams on safety, recipes, and procedures.
• Teach correct recipe following, portioning, and preparation standards.
• Maintain accurate records related to safety and quality.
• Travel between locations as needed and communicate clearly with teams.

Skills

Food safety

Leadership

Training staff

English communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Travel between locations

Education

Kitchen Manager Certificate

Food safety certification

Tools

Food safety documentation

Inspection procedures

Job description

AUBERGINE KITCHEN

Training Specialist (Food Control, Kitchen Processes)

Field Role - Multi-District

Schedule: Full-Time | Field travel across all districts (UT, ID, AZ, NV); some evenings/weekends as store visits require

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: Compensation is competitive with food quality/food safety specialist roles at comparable multi-unit fast-casual brands. Full details are shared during the interview process. Benefits include meal benefits, PTO, and mileage/travel reimbursement.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

REQUIRED

• Kitchen Manager Certificate or equivalent food safety certification.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Previous professional kitchen experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Knowledge of Health Department rules and regulations.
• Ability to train employees on recipes, food preparation, and food safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify food safety and quality issues.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with restaurant management.
• Ability to travel between multiple locations.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

PREFERRED

• Food Protection Manager certification.
• Previous experience in food quality control, food safety, kitchen management, or restaurant operations.
• Experience training kitchen teams.
• Experience working with multiple restaurant locations.
• Knowledge of food safety documentation and inspection procedures.
• Experience with recipe standardization and quality control systems.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

FOOD SAFETY & COMPLIANCE

• Monitor and maintain food safety and quality standards across multiple locations.
• Conduct regular restaurant and kitchen visits to ensure compliance with company standards and Health Department regulations; support Health Department inspection readiness.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, FIFO, temperature control, cooling, reheating, and sanitation procedures.
• Identify food safety and quality issues, work with management to correct them, and follow up to confirm corrective actions are properly implemented.

TRAINING & COACHING

• Train and coach kitchen teams - including Kitchen Managers - on food safety, sanitation, recipes, preparation procedures, and proper food handling.
• Teach employees how to properly follow recipes, cooking procedures, portion sizes, and food preparation standards.
• Assist with implementing new recipes, procedures, and food safety standards.

DOCUMENTATION & COMMUNICATION

• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to food safety and quality.
• Communicate clearly with managers and kitchen teams regarding food safety and operational expectations.
• Travel between multiple restaurant locations as needed.

BENEFITS

• Meal benefits, PTO, mileage/travel reimbursement.

Aubergine Kitchen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.