Regional Manager

Upper Crust Food Service • Seattle, WA

58d • Remote

About The Position

The Regional Manager is responsible for leading their regional culinary operation while providing coaching and counseling to Traveling Chefs, Chefs and house staff. As a culinary business leader, the RM is responsible for employee development through menu management and execution, vendor ordering and budgetary oversight. The RM also is the first escalation point for Clients, bridging the gap between customers and employees by providing clear feedback and counseling to employees about food quality and execution.
This is a year-round remote position that requires approximately 50%-75% travel.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Understanding and proficiency of various cooking methods, cuisines, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Understanding of and commitment to a professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Excellent record of kitchen and staff management.
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions.
• Familiar with the industry's best practices.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years in professional, high-volume food production or catering, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Supervisory Experience.
• Culinary degree is a plus.
• Must hold valid managers level sanitation certification.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and employees with regular checkpoints.
• Train, hire and manage campus managers, traveling chefs and chefs along with all related culinary activities.
• Evaluate and approve all menus, orders and budgets to ensure they meet established regional goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees