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Anduril Industries · 2 months ago

Lead, West Coast Kitchen Operations

Seattle, Washington, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The West Coast Kitchen Operations Lead is responsible for overseeing the performance, compliance, and efficiency of onsite dining operations, while ensuring high standards of customer service and food quality.

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 onsite dining programs, including hot meal catering, warming kitchen, pantry programs, 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 environmentsMicrosoft 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

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