Culinary Innovation Director

Sodexo; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 116,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Wellness

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a System Culinary Director to lead culinary excellence across University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. You’ll develop innovative food concepts, oversee a diverse product portfolio, and collaborate with clients to tailor offerings that align with brand goals.

You’ll manage people, set direction, and deploy resources to drive performance, coaching teams, and guiding live cooking demonstrations and interactive culinary experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of management experience.
• 5 years related experience in culinary leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of cutting-edge recipes and offerings.
• Oversee testing, implementation, and training of new food programs.
• Manage a diverse product portfolio and collaborate with clients.
• Guide live cooking demonstrations and interactive culinary experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Project planning

Client-facing communication

Budgeting

Agility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a System Culinary Director to lead culinary excellence across University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. You’ll develop innovative food concepts, oversee a diverse product portfolio, and collaborate with clients to tailor offerings that align with brand goals.

You’ll manage people, set direction, and deploy resources to drive performance, coaching teams, and guiding live cooking demonstrations and interactive culinary experiences.