Culinary Operations Coordinator - Cuisine Boulud - New York

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize the centralized recipe database, ensuring all recipes are accurate, standardized, and current.
• Manage recipe version control and maintain documentation for recipe updates and revisions.
• Create and maintain production sheets, event build sheets, pack-out sheets, prep lists, and other operational documents.
• Prepare production planning documents to support daily kitchen operations and event execution.
• Collaborate with chefs during recipe testing and menu development, documenting changes and maintaining organized records.
• Ensure all menu items are accurately entered into operational systems and updated as changes occur.
• Work closely with Purchasing to communicate recipe changes, ingredient specifications, and product requirements.
• Cookordination with Production and Operations teams to ensure documentation aligns with event execution needs.
• Aid in menu costing by maintaining accurate ingredient quantities, yields, and recipe specifications.
• Support inventory planning by maintaining accurate ingredient and recipe information.
• Organize and maintain digital culinary files, production documents, and operational records.
• Develop and update culinary SOPs, preparation guides, and training materials as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve documentation processes and operational efficiencies.
• Support special culinary projects and administrative initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in culinary administration, catering operations, production planning, or a similar role.
• Experience working in a high-volume catering, commissary, hotel, or fine dining environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of recipe standardization, production planning, and kitchen operations.
• Advanced organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with recipe management, inventory, or production software is highly preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional organizational and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret recipes, yields, and production schedules accurately.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary recipes and operational information.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs.
• Passion for hospitality and culinary excellence.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and kitchen environments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in refrigerated and hot kitchen environments when necessary.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods.

Compensation Details

• Compensation: Hourly ($28.00 - $35.00)
• Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

• Project Management
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Creativity
• Analytical Skills