Senior Field Culinary Strategy Manager

Nestlé S.A.; Solon (IA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Manager, Culinary Strategy – Field Sales to lead a team of field-based Corporate Chefs across the United States. You will drive field culinary strategies, ensure consistency in customer engagements, and align culinary resources with high-value opportunities, partnering with Sales, Marketing, and Commercial Leadership.

The role requires strategic leadership, coaching, and the ability to travel up to 60%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in culinary or related field is preferred.
• 6+ years in restaurant, foodservice, or culinary sales.
• 4+ years leading teams in a corporate setting.
• Deep knowledge of foodservice channel and industry trends.
• Ability to travel up to 60%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing field-based Culinary Chef team.
• Oversee training, onboarding, and enablement programs.
• Set performance metrics and KPIs for the team.
• Drive field strategic engagements and activations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Leadership to align resources.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Change leadership

People leadership

Executive presence

Business acumen

Consultative selling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, Hospitality Management, Business

Job description

Nestlé USA is seeking a Manager, Culinary Strategy – Field Sales to lead a team of field-based Corporate Chefs across the United States. You will drive field culinary strategies, ensure consistency in customer engagements, and align culinary resources with high-value opportunities, partnering with Sales, Marketing, and Commercial Leadership.

The role requires strategic leadership, coaching, and the ability to travel up to 60%.