Test Site Kitchen Operations

About the job

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Kitchen Operations Lead will oversee food and beverage programs at multiple test sites.

Responsibilities

• Program Ownership: Lead end-to-end F&B programs (launch → optimize)
• Site Partnership: Align with site leadership on headcount, user needs, and operational realities; serve as primary F&B point of contact
• Vendor Strategy: Source, negotiate, and manage vendors; ensure quality, consistency, and scalability
• Financial Management: Own P&L, forecasting, and long-range budget planning; drive cost efficiency
• Operations & SOPs: Build and standardize SOPs; audit for quality, consistency, and compliance
• Health & Safety: Ensure adherence to all food safety standards; mitigate risk through training and oversight
• Innovation: Lead test-and-learn initiatives (vendors, pricing, service models); scale successful pilots
• Crisis Management: Own escalations and service disruptions; execute contingency plans to maintain continuity
• Data & Insights: Track participation, utilization, and satisfaction; use data to drive decisions
• Communication: Lead clear, effective stakeholder communication and change management
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen with a clean record. Background check + good credit score is essential.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in foodservice operations, corporate dining, or hospitality management.
• Strong background in multi-site operations or program management; ideally across diverse site types (office, manufacturing, R&D, remote locations).
• Experience managing vendor relationships and service contracts.
• Deep understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure, calm in chaos mindset.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating/preventing/identifying and solving problems as necessary; managing expectations is key.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires walking & giving direction most of the working day. You will spend most of your time on your feet, not behind a laptop.
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs & ladders.
• Travel to auxiliary locations regularly, up to 50%.
• Occasionally requires wearing of personal protective safety equipment in construction areas.
• Occasionally requires lifting to perform duties & responsibilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to push/pull carts & equipment weighing in excess of 300lbs occasionally.

US Salary Range

$99,000 - $130,000 USD

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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