Field Support Specialist-Culinary Operations

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Field Support Specialist in Culinary Operations to join our team. This role involves extensive travel to various locations, providing hands-on support and training to our culinary staff while driving operational excellence and revenue growth, while also maintaining the highest standards of food quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, a proven track record in leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences that reset standards and expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Travel to various locations to provide on-site support for culinary operations.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, safety practices, and service standards.
• Collaborate with local teams to implement menu changes, new recipes, and best practices.
• Conduct regular assessments of kitchen operations to ensure compliance with company standards and regulations.
• Address any operational challenges, providing solutions to improve efficiency and food quality.
• Assist in the development and testing of new menu items and culinary concepts.
• Gather feedback from staff and customers to enhance service and product offerings.
• Maintain accurate records of training sessions, assessments, and operational improvements.
• Act as a liaison between culinary teams and corporate leadership to communicate needs and feedback.

Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience in the culinary field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a culinary operations role, preferably in a multi-location environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and inspire others.
• Willingness to travel extensively, with the ability to adapt to different environments and cultures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office, Crunchtime, Agylysis

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Travel expenses covered and support for accommodations during travel.

Pay

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership

• Discounts on Life Time products and services

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

• Training and professional development

• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage 

• Short term and long term disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

• Parental leave and adoption assistance

• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

Salary : $70,000 - $97,000