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Associate Director, Kitchen Operations - West Coast

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)Full-time$129,000–$129,0002026-10-05 → 2026-10-08

Core

Senior leader responsible for operational leadership, financial management, and new campus development for corporate food and beverage operations across the West Coast.

Role type

Senior IC Associate Director, Kitchen Operations

Builds

Corporate campuses, production facilities, and offices

Domain

Corporate dining / Hospitality / Facility Management

Required skills

Financial acumen, P&L management, Vendor management, Construction partnership, Project management, Food safety compliance, Team leadership, Strategic planning

Preferred skills

MEP infrastructure knowledge, Architectural plan interpretation, Risk management, Contract negotiation

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Lead food and beverage operations across a diverse West Coast portfolio; Own F&B operational readiness for new campuses from planning through stabilization; Partner with Construction, Real Estate, and Finance teams; Manage operating budgets, P&Ls, and forecasts; Evaluate vendor performance and commercial terms; Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance; Lead and develop F&B operations team members; Establish repeatable standards for campus openings.