Culinary Director

Job Description

Job Description

An exciting opportunity to join a growing hospitality group setting the standard in Global Cuisine – with a Local Flavor. The Culinary Director will collaborate with the VP of Culinary and Executive Chef to develop menus that balance creativity, cost control, and consistency across a multi-unit portfolio of 6+ restaurants. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a proven culinary leader passionate about food innovation, mentorship, and operational excellence.

• Competitive base salary with annual performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Travel reimbursement and dining perks
• Professional development and ongoing leadership training
• Strong internal advancement opportunities within an expanding restaurant group

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Culinary Director role
• Minimum 5 years in an Executive Chef role
• Multi-unit experience managing 6 or more locations preferred
• Proven ability to oversee $5M+ in annual volume operations
• Strong financial acumen—able to balance food quality with target cost of goods goals
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and accountability for results

• Lead menu development and R&D efforts with at least 6 months of strategic lead time for new rollouts
• Collaborate with leadership on menu strategy, innovation, and seasonal offerings
• Train and mentor chefs on execution, consistency, and operational standards
• Oversee food quality, kitchen performance, and compliance with safety and sanitation protocols
• Represent the brand as an ambassador of culinary excellence , embodying company values across all levels

• Proven track record of successful restaurant openings and concept launches
• Deep curiosity for global cuisines and emerging food trends
• Ability to inspire and coach teams with integrity, humility, and enthusiasm
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in all areas of kitchen management
• Passion for delivering memorable dining experiences that blend creativity and profitability