Culinary Operations & Purchasing Coordinator

Kommissary•New York, NY

39d•$65,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Operations & Purchasing Coordinator is a vital cross-functional role responsible for ensuring the seamless administrative, logistical, and operational support of kitchen and culinary services. This position blends culinary expertise with strong administrative and purchasing skills to support chefs, kitchen staff, and executive leadership in a dynamic food service environment. Key responsibilities include managing procurement of food and kitchen supplies, maintaining vendor relationships, coordinating culinary schedules and events, supporting executive-level initiatives, and performing high-accuracy data entry and reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of kitchen workflows, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to multitask across administrative and culinary operations. This role requires a proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and can navigate both front- and back-of-house challenges with professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in food production or hospitality.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage vendor relationships effectively.
Proficiency in procurement systems and inventory management tools; experience with traceability systems is a plus.
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and an analytical mindset.
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including kitchen, inventory, and operations.
Strong administrative background, including executive support and data entry.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with a calm, professional demeanor.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
Culinary training or food service background.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee purchasing and inventory management for kitchen operations
Coordinate vendor communications, order tracking, and cost control
Provide administrative and executive assistant support to culinary leadership
Manage schedules, meetings, catering logistics, and kitchen events
Maintain accurate records, reports, and data entry across inventory and operations
Support compliance with food safety, health, and internal audit requirements
Act as liaison between culinary staff, suppliers, and executive management
Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and tracking kitchen expenditures
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.