Foodservice Innovation Lead — Growth & Profitability

R. H. Foster Energy, LLC; Hampden (ME); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

R.H. Foster Energy seeks a Foodservice Innovation Manager to lead development, standardization, growth, and profitability of bakery and foodservice programs across multiple locations in Maine and beyond.

You will drive new product launches, evaluate performance, and partner with Operations, Sales, and Marketing to expand revenue while ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and scale. Travel within locations is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' progressive experience in foodservice or bakery operations.
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• Proven success in product development and driving growth.
• Strong project management and analytical problem solving.
• Valid Maine driver’s license and ability to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, standardization, growth, and profitability of bakery and foodservice programs.
• Develop and launch new bakery and foodservice products aligned with market trends.
• Evaluate product performance and improve recipes, packaging, and presentation.
• Assess operations, SOPs, and training; monitor sales and profitability.
• Collaborate with Operations and Marketing to drive promotions and growth.

Skills

Foodservice leadership

Product development

Process improvement

Project management

Analytical skills

Travel ability

Job description

R.H. Foster Energy seeks a Foodservice Innovation Manager to lead development, standardization, growth, and profitability of bakery and foodservice programs across multiple locations in Maine and beyond.

You will drive new product launches, evaluate performance, and partner with Operations, Sales, and Marketing to expand revenue while ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and scale. Travel within locations is required.