National Culinary Leader & Strategy Architect

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada seeks a Senior Director, Culinary to lead enterprise-wide culinary strategy and execution. You will drive a unified culinary vision across sectors, ensuring scalable programs, culinary excellence, and data-driven decision making.

You will mentor a national team of Corporate Chefs and Directors, collaborate with Operations and Marketing, and foster innovation while maintaining brand integrity. Expect travel up to 30%.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent required.
• Red Seal certification preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive culinary leadership in hospitality or multi-unit ops.
• 7–10 years leading regional or national teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the national culinary strategy across Compass Group Canada.
• Develop and implement enterprise-wide culinary standards and playbooks.
• Drive menu innovation, concepts, and culinary programs across sectors.
• Develop talent, succession plans, and leadership across the national team.
• Collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Growth, Wellness, and Systems teams.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary strategy

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decisions

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Red Seal certification

Job description

Compass Group Canada seeks a Senior Director, Culinary to lead enterprise-wide culinary strategy and execution. You will drive a unified culinary vision across sectors, ensuring scalable programs, culinary excellence, and data-driven decision making.

You will mentor a national team of Corporate Chefs and Directors, collaborate with Operations and Marketing, and foster innovation while maintaining brand integrity. Expect travel up to 30%.