What are the responsibilities and job description for the Culinary Coordinator position at Tesla?
Job Category
Construction & Facilities
Location
AUSTIN, Texas
Req. ID
228732
Job Type
Full-time
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What to Expect
What You’ll Bring
As a Culinary Coordinator at Tesla's Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the provision of high-quality culinary services to our employees. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food service operations, including, vendor management, operational excellence and asset management and maintenance. Your creativity, attention to detail, and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences will contribute to fostering a vibrant and healthy workplace environment.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local suppliers and vendors to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices
- Negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance to ensure timely delivery and compliance with food safety standards
- Implement and enforce strict food safety protocols in accordance with regulatory requirements and Tesla's internal policies
- Conduct regular inspections of kitchen facilities and equipment to ensure cleanliness and compliance with sanitation standards
- Solicit feedback from employees to continuously evaluate and improve the quality of dining services
- Address any concerns or complaints promptly and professionally, striving to exceed customer expectations at all times
- Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field (preferred)
- Proven experience working in a high-volume kitchen environment, preferably in a corporate dining or hospitality setting
- Strong culinary skills and knowledge of diverse cuisines, cooking techniques, and food presentation
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and sanitation practices, including HACCP principles
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- LGBTQ care concierge services
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
Culinary Lead
CAVA - 6th & Congress -
Austin, TX
