Executive Chef / Senior Culinary Manager

McCormick & Company, Incorporated; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in spices and seasonings is seeking an Executive Chef/Senior Culinary Manager at their Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland. The role involves developing culinary strategies, leading a team, and innovating new products. Ideal candidates will have extensive culinary experience and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

401k

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Flexibility

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 10-12 years in culinary development, experience with national accounts and foodservice segments.
• Experience managing teams and working cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects providing culinary expertise.
• Manage and develop direct reports, setting performance goals.
• Implement best practices for culinary presentations and recipe development.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Problem Solving

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

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Executive Chef / Senior Culinary Manager

HUNT VALLEY, MD, US, 21031

McCormick is a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments. We are seeking a Executive Chef/Senior Culinary Manager for our Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

What We Offer:

Benefits include 401k, health insurance, paid time off, career growth, flexibility, wellbeing programs, and more.

Position Summary:

The Executive Chef/Senior Culinary Manager will develop culinary strategies and support the US Food Away from Home business, leading the culinary team to innovate and deliver new products, recipes, and content. Travel may be 25-50%.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead cross-functional projects providing culinary expertise, working with teams like PD, Sales, Marketing, and Content.
2. Provide strategic leadership for the culinary team, representing McCormick’s product portfolio and driving growth.
3. Implement best practices for culinary presentations, recipe development, and content creation, leveraging technology.
4. Track food and flavor trends, creating prototypes based on insights.
5. Manage and develop direct reports, setting performance goals and career development plans.

Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or significant industry experience.
• 10-12 years in culinary development, experience with national accounts and foodservice segments.
• Experience managing teams and working cross-functionally.
• Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.

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Note: McCormick does not sponsor employment visas. Compensation depends on location, skills, and experience. Benefits include health plans, family benefits, retirement plans, and more.

Internal candidates should notify their supervisor and HR before applying. McCormick values diversity and promotes without regard to protected characteristics.

Why Work at McCormick?

Join a company driven by flavor, results, and respect, with opportunities for growth and a rich history of leadership.