Culinary Manager
Current Provides culinary leadership, insight and support to the Innovation Team in the design of new product prototypes which fit, with a defined set of requirements, utilizing a combination of culinary knowledge, consumer need and project objectives. Set up the chef team. Directly with cross-functional team members, suppliers, other corporate chefs and consultants. Develops new products prototypes and estimated costs with input from cross-functional areas. Plans, organizes and follows-up on the products, equipment and assistance needed for consumer focus groups Organizes and schedules frequent supplier or consultant capability presentations, to bring open innovation to the team. Evaluates and recommends products from suppliers and provides direction. Develops product procedures for initial consumer testing in focus groups, which yield safe and quality products. Maintains a detailed and accurate laboratory notebook with reproducible prototype recipes Directs and supports technician's efforts, as needed, against project objectives. Ensures corporate test kitchen safety, sanitation and organization. Keeps team apprised of culinary trends, restaurants trends, and new processed food products. Plans and organizes food trend immersion trips.