Culinary Manager - Workplace Dining (NYC)
New York
- New York, New York, United States
- New York, New York, United States
Über
Premier Catering Company
is seeking a highly experienced
Culinary Manager
to lead daily kitchen operations for a premier C-suite workplace dining account in New York City. This is a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced, high-volume environment where hospitality, consistency, and culinary excellence are paramount. This position is ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in both
production and client-facing environments
, with a passion for leading teams, building thoughtful menus, and delivering exceptional daily dining experiences.
About the Role The Culinary Manager oversees all back-of-house operations for a flagship workplace dining program, serving high-level executives and teams with elevated, chef-driven menus. You will act as the
primary culinary lead on site
, managing production, mentoring staff, and serving as a key liaison between the client and the Relish production team.
Key Responsibilities On-Site Kitchen Leadership & Operations Lead and manage daily kitchen operations in a high-volume workplace dining environment Supervise, train, and mentor a team of cooks and culinary assistants to receive and finish daily menus on site. Ensure consistent execution of menus with a focus on quality, presentation, and timeliness Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen aligned with Relish standards Menu Development & Execution Develop and execute rotating menus in collaboration with the Relish culinary team Ensure menus are seasonally inspired, nutritionally balanced, and aligned with client preferences Maintain accurate and detailed
allergen labeling and dietary accommodations Oversee daily menu updates and communication to client and team Client Engagement Serve as the
lead culinary point of contact
for the client Build strong, professional relationships with stakeholders and C-suite guests Present menus, respond to feedback, and proactively evolve offerings Act as a conduit between the on-site team and Relish production kitchen Food Safety, Compliance & Reporting Maintain and oversee all
temperature logs, receiving logs, and production records Manage and track
waste logs
with a focus on sustainability and cost control Ensure compliance with all NYC Department of Health standards and internal protocols Oversee proper receiving, storage, and handling of all food products Production & Off-Premise Coordination Coordinate with the Relish production kitchen for off-premises support and deliveries Ensure seamless integration of off-site prepared items into daily service Manage ordering, inventory, and par levels to support consistent service
Qualifications Minimum
5+ years of kitchen management experience
, preferably in workplace dining, corporate dining, or high-volume catering Strong computer and technology skills. Experience working with recipe software, catering software, Excel, Word, MSTeams, Outlook and similar. Proven experience leading, training, and developing culinary teams Strong culinary foundation with excellent cooking and production skills Experience with
off-premise production and logistics Advanced knowledge of
allergen management and labeling Strong organizational skills with experience managing logs, reporting, and compliance systems Professional, polished demeanor with the ability to interact confidently with clients and executives NYC Food Protection Certificate
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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