Traveling Chef Manager: Lead Multi-Site Kitchens On-Demand

Corp. Chefs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Corporate Chefs is seeking an experienced Traveling Chef Manager to lead on-site culinary operations across multiple accounts in the Twin Cities region. You will manage BOH operations, uphold brand standards, and drive high-quality guest experiences while partnering with Chef Managers and operations leadership.

The role emphasizes traveling between accounts, ensuring continuity in food quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience (Executive Chef/Chef Manager or similar).
• Strong background in multi-unit or high-volume foodservice operations a plus.
• Able to travel frequently across assigned regions.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site culinary and managerial leadership during coverage periods (PTO/vacation, transitions, peak periods).
• Lead kitchen operations including production, staffing, scheduling, inventory, and food safety compliance.
• Support rollout of culinary standards, recipes, menu programs and plate presentation across accounts.
• Coach, mentor, and onboard kitchen teams; collaborate with Chef Managers and operations leadership.
• Ensure food safety, allergen awareness, cost control targets, and client satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Travel readiness

ServSafe Certification

Multi-unit operations

High-volume operations

Job description

Corporate Chefs is seeking an experienced Traveling Chef Manager to lead on-site culinary operations across multiple accounts in the Twin Cities region. You will manage BOH operations, uphold brand standards, and drive high-quality guest experiences while partnering with Chef Managers and operations leadership.

The role emphasizes traveling between accounts, ensuring continuity in food quality, safety, and client satisfaction.