Restaurant Procurement Manager- Playa Vista

Thompson Hospitality Corporation • Full-time • Los Angeles, California, United States • $0 / year • 1m ago

Overview

The Restaurant Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of all food and beverage products for the site. This includes sourcing new suppliers, managing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the food industry, and a proven track record of success in purchasing management.While also being responsible for overseeing all aspects of the back-of-house operations in a food space, the kitchen manager will also ensure efficient kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and sanitation. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of food preparation, inventory management, and industrial kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and implement purchasing strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives.Control food costs by balancing food budget.
Source and evaluate potential suppliers, and manage vendor relationships.
Monitor inventory levels and ensure that all products are ordered and delivered in a timely manner.
Analyze market trends and identify new products and suppliers that may be beneficial to the company.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure that purchasing activities are aligned with their needs.
Prepare and manage the purchasing budget.
Maintain accurate records of food temperatures, sanitation inspections, and other relevant information and ensure compliance with NSF regulations
Maintain accurate records of all purchasing activities.
Ensure that all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and in good working order.
Supervise and train purchasing staff.

Qualifications

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a kitchen management role, preferably in a high-volume food space.
- Strong understanding of the food industry and supply chain management principles.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to analyze market trends and identify new products and suppliers.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Google Sheets, Docs, etc and purchasing software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ServeSafe Certified
- Experience working with a variety of food suppliers and products.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
- Robust knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices, especially dish machine
Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during long shifts.
Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and twisting.
Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity to handle knives, cookware, and kitchen equipment safely.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
Tolerance for exposure to heat, steam, noise, and open flames.
Ability to navigate tight kitchen spaces and multitask efficiently.
Visual and sensory acuity to inspect food quality, presentation, and safety.
Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Competitive Benefits:

Health/Dental/Vision
Paid Time Off
401(k), matched up to 4%
Short and Long Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program
Pet Insurance
Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

Who We Are:

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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