Sun Holdings is one of the largest franchise organizations in the U.S., proudly supporting over 1,300 restaurant locations across 31 states. We provide franchise management services to some of America's most beloved brands, including Applebee’s, Arby's, Bar Louie, Burger King, Cantina Laredo, Freebirds, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno, and Uncle Julio’s.
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Job Summary:
The Culinary Manager is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing culinary operations across multiple brands. This position combines strong leadership with a focus on food quality, safety, operational efficiency, and financial performance. The Culinary Manager will uphold brand culinary excellence by ensuring consistency across locations, developing innovative menu offerings, and implementing best practices that elevate the guest experience while protecting the bottom line.
What You’ll Get (Benefits):
- Competitive Pay – Your talent and hard work won’t go unnoticed.
- Health & Wellness Coverage – HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to keep you and your family feeling your best.
- 401(k) Match – Helping you invest in your future (and putting more back in your wallet).
- Paid Training – We set you up for success from day one.
- Generous Time Off – Up to 16 paid vacation and sick days, plus 7 company holidays to recharge and reset.
- Free lunch while at work – Pick your favorite from 5 nearby brand locations, plus discounts with some of our brands—we’ve got lunch covered.
- Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday with our Earned Wage app.
- Career Growth – We’re growing fast, and we love to promote from within.
- And more good stuff – Because working with us should feel rewarding every day.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):
As Culinary Manager, you will oversee all aspects of culinary quality and operations across multiple brands. You will establish and enforce consistent culinary standards, lead menu development with innovative offerings, and integrate seasonal and locally sourced ingredients where possible. You’ll champion strict food safety compliance by conducting audits, training staff, and upholding sanitation standards. This role also focuses on operational efficiency by streamlining processes, standardizing recipes, and managing costs. Additionally, you’ll monitor customer feedback, implement quality assurance measures, and partner with marketing teams to align culinary offerings with promotions. Through ongoing training and mentorship, you’ll elevate culinary teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
What You’ll Bring (Requirements):
- Culinary degree or equivalent certification.
- Proven track record in culinary management with demonstrated financial, quality, and safety results.
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance standards.
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and mentor teams.
- Creative mindset with the ability to innovate while maintaining brand consistency and quality.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication abilities.
- Proficiency in analyzing financial and performance reports to support data-driven decision-making.
Ready to get started? Apply today and join a team that’s making a big impact—one location at a time.
At Sun Holdings, we’re committed to providing a safe, efficient, and supportive environment—for our team and the guests we serve. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Curious about who we are? Check us out at www.sunholdings.net.