Culinary Operations Director - National

CulinArt Sector

Position Title : Director of Culinary Operations

Salary : $145,000-$155,000 / yr.

Other Forms of Compensation : Bonus eligible. Vehicle provided

CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher education, private school, healthcare and destination recreation / leisure dining facilities in 18 states, including cafs, coffee bars, concessions, executive dining, catering and conference dining, social catering / special events, office coffee service and vending. CulinArts extremely diverse client portfolio affords great opportunities for career advancement within the company, across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.

Job Summary

As the Director of Culinary Operations, reporting to the VP of Culinary Excellence you will be responsible for the research, testing, development, documenting, training, implementation, monitoring, evaluating, and making necessary adjustments to innovative new dishes, concepts, and / or food programs throughout the B&I portfolio / Education portfolio with CulinArt Group.

This role will require up to 75% travel. Travel will be within the northeast and mid-Atlantic regions (education accounts) and nationally for B&I accounts.

Key Responsibilities :

Serves as Department Head to provide leadership and set standards of culinary excellence

Works with Division leadership in planning, implementing, and supporting new food concepts or programs at their locations throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic

Develops and mentors senior chefs in various Company divisions and geographical regions

Creates training opportunities for chefs and managers through manufacturer and vendor resources and sharing / promoting internal best practices

Stays current with market trends and customer demands

Participates in and attends trade shows and continuing education opportunities

Plans menus for daily offerings, seasonal or limited-time specials, and daily and special event catering for a wide variety of locations and applications

Conducts food tastings and evaluate food presentation

Establishes food specifications

Works with food manufacturers and vendors to select best product / value for needs

Ensures that food products and handling procedures adhere to local, state and federal regulations

Contributes expertise in kitchen and design and / or remodeling projects

Leads culinary teams in planning, training, set-up, and opening new and / or remodeled accounts

Collaborate with other departments such as Purchasing, Marketing, and Business Development on special projects and Company initiatives

Direct sustainability initiatives throughout Company locations

Lead all aspects of Nutrition staff and programs

Updates senior management, supervisory managers, and account management teams on industry trends and new food programs

Preferred Qualifications :

Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience

Minimum of five years of dynamic culinary experience in high-volume, complex service, and catering operations

Prior culinary experience in an education setting is required for this role

Strong presentation & technical skills required

Multi-unit operations experience required

Minimum of five years of menu development

Knowledge of budgets, food and labor costs, and inventory controls

Extensive knowledge of international cuisines and catering trends

Detailed understanding of food equipment and safety standards

Strong interpersonal, leadership, mentor, and training skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing priorities and work demands

Self-starter, innovative, and able to multitask

Ability to travel extensively up to 75%

Capable of representing the Company in food service industry events and public relations appearances

Strong computer skills; including MS Office, recipe management, and nutrition programs

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CulinArt is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at CulinArt are offered many fantastic benefits.

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. Req ID : 1386901

CulinArt Sector

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Salary : $145,000 - $155,000