Culinary Visionary
3 weeks ago
Montclair, New Jersey, United States
Leap Brands
Full time
Culinary Director Opportunity at Leap BrandsWe are seeking a seasoned Culinary Director to lead our culinary team and drive excellence in our menu offerings. As a key member of our executive team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary identity of our brand.
Key Responsibilities:- Culinary Strategy: Collaborate with our executive team to develop and execute a comprehensive culinary strategy that aligns with our growth goals and brand identity.
- Menu Development: Lead the creation, refinement, and innovation of menus across all locations, ensuring a balance of creativity, market relevance, and profitability.
- Quality Standards: Establish and enforce rigorous culinary standards to ensure consistency and excellence in food quality and presentation.
- Vendor Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiating contracts and sourcing high-quality ingredients.
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor culinary staff across multiple locations, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Cost Control: Work closely with our finance team to manage food costs, control expenses, and maximize profitability without compromising quality.
- Compliance and Food Safety: Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.
- Market Trends: Stay abreast of culinary trends, industry developments, and customer preferences to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, including marketing, operations, and procurement, to align culinary initiatives with overall business objectives.
- Proven experience as a Culinary Director or in a senior culinary leadership role within the restaurant industry.
- Culinary degree or equivalent culinary training.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Demonstrated success in menu development and culinary innovation.
- Financial acumen related to culinary budgeting and cost control.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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