Culinary Innovation & Product Development Job at Robert Half (Pompano Beach)

Director, Culinary Innovation & Sourcing

The Director of Culinary Innovation & Sourcing is responsible for defining and d...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in culinary innovation, product development, or food sourcing
Experience in multi-unit foodservice, QSR, retail food, or CPG environments
Strong understanding of ingredient sourcing and commercialization processes
Proven cross-functional collaboration skills
Experience scaling food programs across large networks
Strong communication and presentation skills
Willingness to travel up to 60%

Job Responsibility

Define Circle K’s culinary vision and innovation roadmap across Foodservice platforms
Lead ideation, development, and testing of new recipes, products, and menu concepts
Identify emerging culinary trends and translate them into scalable offers
Partner with Food category leaders on long-term portfolio evolution
Oversee end-to-end product development from concept through commercialization
Develop standardized recipes, specifications, and preparation methods
Ensure products meet taste, quality, cost, shelf-life, and execution requirements
Lead product cuttings, sensory evaluations, and operator feedback sessions
Partner with Procurement to define ingredient and supplier sourcing strategies
Collaborate with suppliers on ingredient selection, reformulation, and innovation

Fulltime

Head of New Product Development

We are working with a well-established food business to appoint a Head of New Pr...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

75000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

The People Co.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong experience in a hands-on food NPD role, ideally within manufacturing or customer-led food businesses
commercial mindset with a clear understanding of cost, margin and scalability
enjoy leading and developing teams while remaining closely involved in hands-on product work
confident working cross-functionally with Technical, Operations, Quality and Commercial teams
solid understanding of UK food safety, quality, labelling, allergen and nutritional standards

Job Responsibility

Lead and deliver the NPD strategy and roadmap aligned to business objectives
own end-to-end product development from ideation and business case through to launch and continuous improvement
lead, mentor and develop the NPD team, setting standards and driving high performance
translate culinary concepts into scalable manufacturing recipes and support factory trials and scale-ups
maintain commercial control, balancing creativity with cost, margin and ingredient availability
attend and support customer meetings, tastings, presentations and tenders

Fulltime

Culinary Development Director

The Portfolio Group, under the Workplace Experience Group umbrella, delivers sea...

Location

United States , Dallas

Salary:

Not provided

Aramark

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 10 years’ experience
3-5 years in a management role
Culinary background required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Willingness to travel up to 70% of the time
Adaptability
Stress tolerance
Decision-making
Communication
Planning and organizing

Job Responsibility

Ensure procurement compliance, vendor adherence, SKU standardization, and cost‑control across the Food 2.0 portfolio
Reduce noncompliant spend while improving product utilization and operational efficiency
Lead and develop Executive Chefs across multiple bases, driving consistent culinary and operational excellence
Oversee training standards including HACCP, knife skills, Tri‑Service Food Code alignment, and menu execution
Ensure compliance with AFMAN 48‑147, Tri‑Service Food Code, Aramark food safety policies, and installation requirements
Conduct field audits, operational reviews, and performance assessments to validate readiness and quality
Lead corrective action planning, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support growth and new business opportunities within the USAF, USSF, and other military feeding environments as a culinary subject matter expert
Design and implement culinary programs aligned with Food 2.0 objectives, customer preferences, and installation needs
Drive consistency in food quality, production, presentation, and service across all DFAC operations

Culinary Development Chef

The Culinary Development Chef is part of the Culinary and Menu Enablement team, ...

Location

United States , Philadelphia

Salary:

Not provided

Aramark

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Culinary degree required with advanced work in Culinary Arts
Minimum 2-3 years of culinary experience
Experience with menu and recipe development preferred
Computer skills including Microsoft Office, Food Production Management systems, and recipe database
PRIMA Web experience is strongly preferred
Requires excellent presentation and communication skills
Ability to deal with ambiguity, effectively cope with change, and works well with others

Job Responsibility

Executing the culinary innovation process as directed by leadership
Ensure that all recipe development follows specified process and delivers accurate yield, cost and nutritional alignment
Developing and executing all deliverables specified in culinary scope documents on time and on budget
Performs basic analysis and reporting related to ingredients and recipes

Fulltime

New

Chef de Cuisine

We are seeking a dynamic, charismatic, and highly skilled Chef de Cuisine to lea...

Location

United Arab Emirates , Dubai

Salary:

Not provided

Four Seasons

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 2+ years as a Chef de Cuisine in a reputable Mediterranean or Brasserie-style restaurant
Strong knowledge of Mediterranean culinary traditions: Italian, Greek, and French
Previous experience in standalone restaurants
Middle East experience is a plus but not mandatory
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Outgoing, engaging, and comfortable with public-facing activities and social media
Passionate about guest interaction, storytelling, and representing the brand

Job Responsibility

Oversee all culinary operations for lunch and dinner services, ensuring consistency, flavor excellence, and presentation standards
Develop and execute menus inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, with strong emphasis on Italian, Greek, and French flavors
Maintain a strong presence in the kitchen, ensuring smooth service and timely execution
Support staff development through coaching, skills-building, and succession planning
Manage daily kitchen operations, food production, cost controls, and inventory
Serve as the public face of the restaurant, participating in media appearances, photoshoots, and social media content
Engage with guests during service, building rapport, gathering feedback, and elevating the dining experience
Work with management on budgeting, forecasting, and identifying cost-saving initiatives
Monitor food quality, portion control, and waste management
Support revenue growth strategies through menu engineering and guest-driven innovation

What we offer

Work Authorization
Competitive tax-free salary and service charge
Annual Incentive Plan
Live out allowance
Medical and life insurance
Paid annual leave
Paid home leave ticket
End of service gratuity
Learning & Development Programs
Career opportunities and international transfer

Fulltime

New

Sales Representative

Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager ...

Location

United States , Alamosa

Salary:

40700.00 - 67900.00 USD / Year

Sysco

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related discipline OR HSD/GED and 3 years Restaurant Management, B2B or outside sales experience, or equivalent relatable experience including completion of the Sysco Sales Internship
Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company insurability standards
Current automobile insurance with bodily injury $100,000 each person and $300,000 each accident, property damage $100,000
Pass employment testing
Must sign Sysco Protective Covenants Agreement
Reside or willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of territory
Basic PC skills and proficiency with MS Office
Ability to read, write, speak English
Building Trust
Building Customer Loyalty

Job Responsibility

Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory
Seek and qualify prospects following company account stratification goals
Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs
Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals
Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales
share information with customers as part of value-added services provided
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use
Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel
Drive personal vehicle to customer accounts, conventions, company meetings, etc.
Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client

What we offer

Competitive base salary, bonus, plus promotional incentive opportunities
Car allowance (mileage reimbursement for candidates in CA) and cell phone provided
Career pathing opportunities for both entry level, and experienced individuals
Opportunity to be part of a purpose driven organization that supports communities and associates
Specialized sales training
Individual as well as team-based selling
Opportunity to learn different ethnic segments
Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
Robust benefits package including an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, & 401(k) with automatic matching
Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Fulltime

Sensory Technician

Support product innovation and quality through accurate sensory testing and labo...

Location

United States , Salisbury

Salary:

20.00 - 30.00 USD / Hour

Perdue Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED equivalent
At least 6 months of work experience
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Ability to manage time well in a fast‑paced environment
Strong computer skills and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of common kitchen appliances and cooking
Willingness to taste test protein products such as chicken, turkey, beef, and pork

Job Responsibility

Support product innovation and quality through accurate sensory testing and laboratory excellence
Execute sensory evaluations that help drive product development, quality assurance, and consumer insights
Prepare and conduct sensory testing
Maintain sensory lab operations and equipment
Ensure testing is performed according to established sensory protocols
Leverage technology and data management tools to support consumer testing initiatives and sensory research
Conduct sensory tests as specified by sensory scientists and/or managers
Enter data into protocol forms and Compusense system
Take pictures of products and testing areas and upload them into the system
Check questionnaires for accuracy

What we offer

Medical/Rx
401(k) with employer match after 1 year
Critical illness insurance
Accident insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Optional group life insurance
Short-term disability protection
Long-term disability protection

Fulltime

Executive Head Chef

Big Easy is one of the UK's most recognised hospitality brands, known for authen...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef, Executive Chef, Group Head Chef or Senior Multi-Site Head Chef
Strong background in high-volume restaurants, premium casual dining, BBQ, grill, smokehouse, steakhouse or seafood operations
Experience leading multiple kitchens and large culinary teams
Strong commercial awareness with a solid understanding of food cost control, labour management and P&L performance
Experience implementing standards, training programmes and operational improvements
Exceptional leadership, coaching and people development skills
Strong organisational, planning and project management skills
Flexible and willing to travel between locations as required
Passion for hospitality, innovation and delivering exceptional guest experiences

Job Responsibility

Lead, develop and inspire Head Chefs and kitchen management teams across multiple locations
Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation across all restaurants
Drive food cost, labour cost and productivity performance
Support operational projects, menu development and business growth initiatives
Build strong succession plans and develop future culinary talent
Conduct regular site visits, coaching sessions and operational audits
Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety and company standards
Work collaboratively with Operations, Finance, Marketing and People teams to achieve business objectives
Analyse kitchen performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency
Drive continuous improvement and innovation while protecting the integrity of the Big Easy brand

What we offer

Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package
Lead the culinary direction of an established hospitality brand
Work directly with senior leadership and influence business performance
Shape menus, standards, training and food innovation across multiple locations
Develop and mentor future culinary leaders
Genuine opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing business

Fulltime

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