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Anduril Industries · 2 months ago

Manager, Midwest Kitchen Operations

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$87K/yr - $116K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Midwest Kitchen Operations Lead will oversee dining and kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of service, food quality, and compliance across Anduril's Midwest locations. This role requires strong leadership and attention to detail to create a positive employee experience and effective food service operations.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for upholding the high standard of the Anduril food program

Oversee daily operations of the onsite dining program, including cafeteria, servery, kitchen, and micro-market or grab-and-go areas

Serve as primary liaison between the company and the contracted foodservice provider, ensuring compliance with service-level agreements, MBRs, safety standards, issue resolution, and brand guidelines

Develop and implement dining policies, procedures, and performance standards to ensure consistency, quality, and fiscal responsibility

Monitor food safety, sanitation, and health compliance in accordance with local and federal regulations

Track operational budgets, analyze cost drivers, and identify opportunities for savings or process improvements

Review vendor financial reports, participation metrics, and sustainability goals to ensure transparency and accountability

Ensure consistent service levels and a positive employee experience across all office locations

Responsible for overall food safety in the kitchenettes & serveries. This includes unannounced inspections & audits of all locations to ensure high levels of cleanliness & organization are in practice

Gather and analyze employee feedback to guide program enhancements

Support company events, catering, and special hospitality functions as needed

Partner with EHS, Events, Recruiting, People teams as needed to execute requests & maintain a safe working environment

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Foodservice operationsVendor managementFood safety regulationsBudget managementProject managementAgility in fast-paced environmentMicrosoft Suite proficiencyGdocs proficiencyJira proficiencySlack proficiencyZoom proficiencyAsana proficiencyCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailTeam leadership

Required

Must be a US citizen

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

Experience managing vendor relationships and service contracts

Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations

Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills

Financial acumen with ability to manage budgets and analyze performance metrics

Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver high-impact employee experiences

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

Must be proficient in Gdocs, PPT, Microsoft Suite programs, Jira, Airtable, Slack, Quip, Zoom, Office Space, Asana or Box

Most work tasks are performed indoors. 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 as needed, 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

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan