Test Site Kitchen Operations Lead

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
El Segundo, CA
Salary
$99,000–$130,000 / yr
Posted
2 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $168k
This role $114k
$87k most similar roles pay here $212k

This role pays less than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $142,400–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $114k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1993 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1806 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Test Site Kitchen Operations Lead

The Kitchen Operations Lead role at Anduril Industries is a senior position overseeing nationwide test sites, requiring up to 50% travel. This individual will manage end-to-end food and beverage programs, including vendor relationships, financial performance, and operational consistency, while fostering innovation through pilot initiatives. Key responsibilities include program ownership, site partnership, financial management, operations standardization, health and safety oversight, and crisis management. The ideal candidate has a background in hospitality or corporate dining with extensive experience in multi-site operations and strong communication skills. They must be adept at handling high-pressure situations and possess deep knowledge of food safety regulations.

What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end food and beverage programs from launch to optimization.
  • Align with site leadership on user needs, operational realities, and headcount requirements.
  • Source, negotiate, and manage vendors to ensure quality and consistency.
  • Own financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
  • Build and standardize SOPs for quality, consistency, and compliance across sites.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in foodservice operations or hospitality management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business administration, or related field.
  • Strong background in multi-site operations and program management across diverse site types.
  • Experience managing vendor relationships and service contracts.
  • Deep understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
  • Proven financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

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