Culinary Manager in Kansas City, Missouri at Urban Egg

Culinary Manager

Urban Egg is an elevated breakfast experience (and yes—brunch and lunch too!). From our locally sourced ingredients to the open-kitchen layouts, every detail reflects the love and care that goes into each plate. Our restaurants are clean, inviting, and full of positive energy, designed to feel fun and welcoming, while delivering the quality every guest can taste. We’re proud of what we do.

Why work for Urban Egg? We are an Employer of Choice and have lots to offer to our team members. Among other things, you get competitive pay, great benefits, and ideal work hours—so you’re home every night! We have a generous PTO policy, an Employee Assistance Program for your mental, emotional, and financial well-being, matching 401(k), opportunities for growth and development, and a supportive environment where your culinary talents can flourish.

We are seeking an experienced Culinary Manager to lead our culinary team and ensure the delivery of exceptional dining experiences. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee kitchen operations, innovate menu offerings, and maintain high standards of quality and safety. If you are a motivated leader with a passion for culinary excellence, we invite you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, presentation, and service

- The Culinary Manager may develop new and inspiring dishes for the menu

- Manage and train culinary staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment

- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations

- Control food costs, inventory, and ordering to optimize profitability

- Collaborate with management on event planning and special menus

- Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction

- Monitor kitchen equipment and facilities, coordinating maintenance and repairs as needed

Skills and Qualifications

- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards

- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills

- Ability to manage food costs effectively

- Knowledge of inventory management and procurement processes

- Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

- Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred

Benefits

• Health Insurance (FT team members)
• Dental Insurance (FT team members)
• Vision Insurance (FT team members)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Matching 401(k) (all team members)
• Employee Assistance Program (available to all team members, family, and household members)
• Norton LifeLock (all team members)
• On-Demand Pay (access your pay when you need it)

• Minimum of (2) years as a Culinary Manager, Executive Chef, or similar leadership role in a full-service restaurant
• Successful candidates should be thoughtful leaders, confident decision-makers, and quality-focused.
• Able to effectively manage staff.
• A true passion for food and food preparation
• Ability to follow recipes and replicate food production procedures.
• Experience with cost control, budgeting, inventory control and scheduling
• Knowledge of business process and functions
• Excellent motivation and communication skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Problem-solving mind set
• Daytime, weekend and intermittent evening event availability