Company description

Nimbus is an innovative co-cooking company that combines hourly and long-term kitchen rentals with events programming, allowing businesses to launch their concepts, scale production, and nurture relationships with their customers with little risk and minimal capital commitment.

We’ve worked with leading brands including DoorDash, noma, Netflix, and Roberta’s Pizza, and have supported hundreds of small and emerging food brands and chefs in their growth.

While New York City is our home, our sights are set nationwide: we’re recently launched in Chicago and plan to have kitchens in every major city in the United States by 2030.

Job description

The Kitchen Operations Manager is an on-site role in charge of maintaining all day-to-day operations and member experience at each of our facilities. In this role, you will own all facets of your facility and serve as the primary liaison between your location and our support office. This is an in-person hospitality role, based on-site 5 days a week.

 

Customer success

• Act as the main point of contact for members, addressing inquiries, developing relationships, and suggesting improvements in a timely and professional manner
• Actively manage member shifts by monitoring usage and ensuring cleanliness standards are upheld
• Anticipate member needs by constantly evaluating environment and responding to cues as necessary
• Familiarize members with Nimbus policy, using our systems to ensure smooth operations and compliance with Nimbus standards
• Lead regular sales tours through the facility and answer basic day to day questions regarding Nimbus operations

 

Operations 

• Own the facility repair process from the initial acknowledgement of needed repair(s), through vendor requests, walkthroughs, and follow-ups until resolved
• Actively monitor on-site equipment and inventory, reporting issues as they arise and replenishing stock as needed
• Ensure the cleanliness, organization, and maintenance of shared kitchen facilities to uphold health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Post signage and communicate announcements when needed
• Assist member with quick facility or equipment fixes (ex: plunging a toilet, changing a light bulb, or lighting a pilot light)
• Implement cost-saving measures and optimize resource allocation to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints while maintaining operational efficiency

 

Requirements

• NYC Food Protection Certificate
• Experience in food & beverage, hospitality, or facility management
• Punctual, responsible, and dependable

 

Who you are

• Proactive problem-solving skills, anticipating challenges and taking preemptive measures to ensure operational efficiency and success
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to coordinate facility setups, implement processes, and address operational challenges
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing their needs and contributing to a positive member experience
• Skilled in tracking financial performance and spotting opportunities for cost savings, enhancing revenue streams through thoughtful financial oversight, and adhering to budget constraints.
• Able to balance hands-on kitchen operations with strategic decision-making to ensure optimal performance and organizational success
• Motivated, independent self-starter, with a gritty, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality and enthusiasm for problem solving
• Demonstrates humility and professionalism in all interactions, fostering a positive and respectful work environment
• Comfortable in a fast-paced work environment and working in a commercial kitchen
• Able to sit and / or stand for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and able to participate in all service aspects and training

 

You’ll love working at Nimbus because:

• We care about our people: we offer comprehensive insurance coverage (health, vision, dental, and life) as well as paid vacation and sick time
• We want to see you grow: Nimbus is growing quickly, and we want you to do the same; whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise in your current role or explore new areas within the organization, we encourage and support your aspirations.
• We offer competitive compensation packages: we value the talent our team brings to the table; fair and equitable total compensation packages are part of our commitment to everyone who works here.

 

Compensation:

 

$25 / hour + performance based bonus

 

Nimbus is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The diversity of Nimbus’s employees and members are a tremendous asset. We come from all around the world and represent a variety of cultures, experiences, and diverse backgrounds. Creating a space where all feel welcome is at the heart of our mission and culture.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

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Deadline

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