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Culinary Manager Jobs in Rialto, CA (NOW HIRING)

Topgolf International, Inc.

Culinary Manager

Ontario, CA · On-site

$51K - $71K/yr

Minimum of 3 years in culinary management * Proven ability to develop a culinary team * Bachelor's degree or related culinary degree preferred * Ability to work in a fast paced environment * Ability ...

Topgolf

Culinary Manager

Ontario, CA

$51K - $71K/yr

Minimum of 3 years in culinary management * Proven ability to develop a culinary team * Bachelor's degree or related culinary degree preferred * Ability to work in a fast paced environment * Ability ...

Haliburton International

Culinary Chef

Ontario, CA · On-site

Summary Under the supervision of the Culinary Manager and in support of Haliburton's sales division, the Corporate Chef's primary role is to work with key food service account culinary/menu ...

U.S. Army Reserve

Culinary Specialist (92324)

Colton, CA

$35K - $48K/yr

... cost management, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. These ... a strong culinary foundation, earn recognized training, and serve in a meaningful role that ...

U.S. Army Reserve

Culinary Specialist (93544)

Llano, CA

$50K - $67K/yr

... cost management, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. These ... a strong culinary foundation, earn recognized training, and serve in a meaningful role that ...

U.S. Army Reserve

Culinary Specialist (92371)

Phelan, CA

$35K - $47K/yr

... cost management, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. These ... a strong culinary foundation, earn recognized training, and serve in a meaningful role that ...

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How much do culinary manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for culinary manager in Rialto, CA is $56,664.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,100.00 and $65,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a culinary manager do?

A culinary manager oversees the day-to-day operations in a restaurant or other food service venue. Some employers may call someone in this position a food service manager. Your duties in this career include making sure that customers enjoy their experience in the restaurant, sourcing inventory, hiring and training some employees, and ensuring proper preparation and cleanliness. During meal service, you may help expedite orders in the kitchen, although as a culinary manager, you usually do not cook any food yourself. You may also be involved in planning menus and establishing standards for restaurant employees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a culinary manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Culinary Manager, you need expertise in food preparation, kitchen operations, menu planning, and staff supervision, often supported by a degree in culinary arts or hospitality management. Familiarity with inventory management systems, food safety certifications (like ServSafe), and scheduling software is typically required. Leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help you motivate teams and handle high-pressure situations. These skills ensure efficient kitchen operations, consistent food quality, and a positive dining experience for guests.

What are the main challenges a culinary manager faces in leading a kitchen team?

A Culinary Manager often encounters challenges such as maintaining consistent food quality during busy service periods, managing diverse personalities within the kitchen staff, and ensuring adherence to food safety standards. Balancing operational costs while minimizing food waste is another common hurdle. Successful Culinary Managers typically focus on clear communication, continuous staff training, and fostering a collaborative environment to address these issues effectively.

What is the difference between Culinary Manager vs Kitchen Supervisor?

AspectCulinary ManagerKitchen Supervisor
CredentialsFood safety certifications, culinary degree often preferredFood safety certifications, relevant experience
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, hotels, catering services, overseeing culinary operationsCommercial kitchens, supervising kitchen staff and daily tasks
ResponsibilitiesMenu planning, staff management, quality controlSupervising food prep, ensuring safety standards, managing shifts

The Culinary Manager focuses on overall culinary operations, menu development, and team leadership, often with strategic responsibilities. The Kitchen Supervisor primarily oversees daily kitchen activities, ensuring food quality and safety. Both roles require food safety certifications and experience, but the Culinary Manager typically has broader responsibilities related to management and planning.

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Infographic showing various Culinary Manager job openings in Rialto, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,664 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

Culinary Manager

Ontario, CA • On-site

Topgolf International, Inc.
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation • 10K+ employees

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 280 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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$51K - $71K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

How You'll Do It
  • Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
  • Coach and develop the team and drive Associate engagement
  • Delegate tasks
  • Demonstrate Topgolf's Core Values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit and Caring
  • Monitor inventory and purchase product
  • Maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
  • Select and develop recipes to corporate approval
  • Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
  • Establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
  • Plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus
  • Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
  • Oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen

What We're Looking For
  • Minimum of 3 years in culinary management
  • Proven ability to develop a culinary team
  • Bachelor's degree or related culinary degree preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb.
  • Ability to stoop and bend
  • Ability to work in high-temperature conditions (up to 100 degrees) for extended periods of time

Salary for position $51,700-$71,303
BENEFITS
Free Play & 1/2 price food! Health, dental, vision, 401(k) team member match, free mental well-being platform - and that's just for starters for those who qualify. View team member benefits here.
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The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.
EEO Statement
Topgolf is a global sports and entertainment community and is committed to equal opportunity and is firmly committed to preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. As an affirmative action employer, Topgolf also takes steps to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for our Guests, Associates, business partners, vendors, and the communities we serve.
Topgolf is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.
Topgolf Entertainment Group does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, employees or Human Resources. Topgolf will not pay fees for unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Topgolf Entertainment Group and will be processed accordingly without fee.
Topgolf participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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About TopGolf

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Topgolf venues connect communities of fans in meaningful ways through technology, entertainment, food and beverage, and the belief that Topgolf is a place where one can discover common ground no matter the occasion. These multi-level venues feature high-tech gaming, climate-controlled hitting bays, a chef-driven menu, hand-crafted cocktails, music, corporate and social event spaces, and more. Topgolf entertains more than 20 million Guests annually at more than 50 venues across the U.S. and internally.

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Amusement, gambling, and recreation and arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

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