7-Eleven

With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and 84,000 stores globally, it is no wonder 7-Eleven, Inc. has been named an iconic brand. In addition to 7-Eleven stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. also operates and franchises Speedway, Stripes, Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost locations.

Since inventing the convenience industry in 1927, 7-Eleven has built a rich 96-year history filled with beloved products like Slurpee, Big Gulp and Big Bite, and fan-favorite holidays like Slurpee Day and Bring Your Own Cup Day.

Now, 7-Eleven is on a mission to contemporize the brand and redefine convenience – and we need your help.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Test Kitchen Manager to manage the daily operations of our dynamic test kitchen environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring a clean, efficient, and well-stocked space that enables our product developers and technicians to create, test, and refine innovative food products. The ideal candidate will have experience in the food industry, strong organizational skills, and a passion for supporting culinary innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Kitchen Operations & Maintenance

• Oversee the overall organization and workflow of the test kitchen.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are upheld, including:
• Deep cleaning of equipment
• Dishware and cloth ware washing and organizing
• Feedback and oversight of external cleaning crew
• Ensure kitchen GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) are followed at all times.

Procurement & Inventory

• Order ingredients, supplies, and consumables weekly through McLane’s, Sysco, LaBatt’s, Amazon, and local grocery stores.
• Manage invoice processing and communication with accounting.
• Receive shipments daily, logging and storing items in appropriate storage areas (dry, refrigerated, or frozen).
• Ship products as requested, including packaging with dry ice as needed.
• Equipment & Certification Oversight
• Conduct daily temperature checks and coordinate periodic deep cleaning and preventive maintenance for kitchen equipment.
• Manage certification records for vendors and ensure employee food safety certifications are current.
• Monitor and manage off-site storage of equipment, encouraging responsible usage and disposal of outdated items.
• Storage & Sustainability
• Maintain clean and organized storage areas.
• Coordinate donation of usable food to local charities and execute the kitchen recycling program.

Training & Scheduling

• Maintain the test kitchen calendar and schedule usage efficiently.
• Train new team members on kitchen protocols and best practices.
• Sensory & Product Testing Support
• Assist with sensory testing, sample preparation, data collection, and other product testing tasks as time permits.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• B.S. degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Sciences preferred; relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in a food-related environment (restaurant, quality assurance, product development, etc.) required.
• Serve Safe Certification preferred but not required

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communicator with organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, especially within a diverse work environment.
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including weekends, as business needs arise.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs. on a daily basis.
• Position not eligible for sponsorship*

If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in the US for the position, please visit this link.