Strategic Culinary Lead, Field Sales

Nestlé; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Healthcare coverage

Competitive total rewards

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Senior leader to guide field culinary strategy and a team of Corporate Chefs across the United States. You will shape customer engagements, drive activations, and deliver measurable business results by aligning culinary insights with portfolio strategies.

The role emphasizes coaching, scalable processes, and close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and leadership to position Nestlé Professional Solutions as a trusted culinary partner.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree preferred for leadership roles in culinary strategy.
• Extensive background in foodservice or culinary sales with leadership exposure.
• Strong strategic thinking aligned to customer engagement and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of field-based Corporate Chefs.
• Develop field culinary strategies and drive activation with customers.
• Implement standardized tools and processes for scalable field execution.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and leadership to shape strategy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Change management

Coaching & development

Executive communication

Business acumen

Consultative selling

Culinary field sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, Hospitality Management, or related field

6+ years in restaurant/foodservice or culinary sales experience

Job description

Nestlé USA is seeking a Senior leader to guide field culinary strategy and a team of Corporate Chefs across the United States. You will shape customer engagements, drive activations, and deliver measurable business results by aligning culinary insights with portfolio strategies.

The role emphasizes coaching, scalable processes, and close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and leadership to position Nestlé Professional Solutions as a trusted culinary partner.