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Culinary Production Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Culinary Production Prep Cook

Plymouth, MN ยท On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Strong organizational and time-management skills. * Ability to work quickly while maintaining ... production while consistently following recipes and established culinary standards. Who we are:

Culinary Manager

Acworth, GA ยท On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

The Culinary Manager will help oversee daily kitchen operations, food production, team development, inventory, sanitation, and service execution. The ideal candidate understands how to create ...

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Sparks, NV ยท On-site

$53K - $60K/yr

Benefits offered Culinary Services Group (CSG) is a top 50, fast-growing food service management ... As a Production Manager , you will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the ...

... production, cooking, culinary training, and kitchen leadership.Experience directly managing ... staffing, scheduling, food cost, labor, inventory, food safety, and daily culinary operations.

... production, cooking, culinary training, and kitchen leadership. * Experience directly managing ... staffing, scheduling, food cost, labor, inventory, food safety, and daily culinary operations.

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Hathorne, MA ยท On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Benefits offered Culinary Services Group (CSG) is a top 50, fast-growing food service management ... As a Production Manager , you will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the ...

Culinary Operations Manager Salary: 110,000-120,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion is ... Utilizes production worksheets, waste logs, inventory information, and other operational tools to ...

Actively lead shifts, in support of senior leadership team members while helping to manage ... Previous culinary experience in a full-service restaurant or bar with strong culinary production ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for culinary production manager in the United States is $70,872.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $80,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Culinary Production Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,872 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

Manager Culinary Production-CPM

Meadville, PA โ€ข On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a leader on our team, you play a vital role in driving operational success within a healthcare environment. Through our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you will lead teams, ensure high-quality service delivery, and help create a clean, safe, and healing environment for all.
If you are passionate about leading people, developing teams, and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.
Why You'll Love Leading With Us:
  • Supportive Culture: Collaborate with a leadership team that values input, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Growth-Focused: Access to leadership development, Lean Six Sigma opportunities, and career advancement pathways

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), pet insurance, and unlimited PTO
The Manager, Culinary Production is responsible for the leadership and execution of all back-of-house culinary operations, including meal production, recipe adherence, food safety, inventory management, and staff development. This role ensures consistent, high-quality dining experiences for residents, patients, retail guests, and catered events while meeting financial and regulatory requirements.
Working in partnership with the Executive Chef and Registered Dietitian, the Manager, Culinary Production drives operational excellence through standardized systems, staff training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Culinary Operations
  • Direct daily food production for resident dining, cafรฉ/retail, and catering functions
  • Ensure execution of standardized recipes, portion control, and presentation standards
  • Manage production sheets, batch cooking schedules, and par levels
  • Conduct daily quality checks for taste, texture, temperature, and appearance
  • Support menu rollouts, seasonal programs, and special events

Leadership & Team Development
  • Supervise cooks, leads, and utility staff; provide coaching and performance feedback
  • Train team on culinary techniques, equipment use, and service standards
  • Build staffing schedules aligned with census and service demands
  • Foster a culture of hospitality, teamwork, and accountability

Food Safety & Compliance
  • Enforce HACCP, ServSafe, allergen, and infection prevention standards
  • Monitor temperature logs, cooling procedures, and sanitation practices
  • Ensure compliance with state/local health regulations and company policies
  • Lead corrective actions and audit readiness

Financial & Inventory Management
  • Assist in managing food cost, labor productivity, and waste reduction
  • Oversee ordering, receiving, FIFO rotation, and inventory accuracy
  • Support recipe costing and menu engineering initiatives
  • Maintain production records and purchasing compliance

Collaboration & Service Excellence
  • Partner with Registered Dietitian on therapeutic diets and IDDSI standards
  • Support resident engagement and culinary experience programs
  • Coordinate with front-of-house for seamless service execution
  • Participate in client meetings and quality improvement efforts

Travel
Role requires occasional travel by car or plane to support multiple locations or meetings
This is an exempt salaried position, with expected hours to include: days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Forefront will not discriminate based on race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class in its hiring practices, conditions for transfer or promotion, policies, discipline, discharge, terms, conditions or benefits of employment.
  • Associate degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred
  • 3-5 years culinary leadership experience in healthcare, senior living, or high-volume food service
  • Experience managing production systems, teams, and food safety programs
  • Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred
  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Required or Must be obtained within 90 days of employment
  • Salary: $70,000 to $75,000