Culinary Director| Brulee Catering
Spectra Experiences
- Philadelphia, PA
- $140,000-165,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement menu items that align with the brand’s culinary direction, ensuring a balance between innovation, cost-effectiveness, and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee the hiring, training, and management of all culinary and kitchen staff, establishing high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
- Coordinate with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients, negotiating contracts to achieve the best possible prices while maintaining the integrity of the dishes.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to promote the restaurant’s offerings, participating in events and media opportunities to enhance the establishment’s reputation.
- Monitor and manage the culinary budget, including food and labor costs, to ensure profitability without compromising on quality.
- Design and implement operational improvements in the kitchen to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance the overall catering and dining experience.
- Establish and maintain relationships with other culinary professionals and institutions within our larger organization, fostering a network that can contribute to the restaurant’s innovation and growth.
- Lead culinary research and development projects to explore new cooking techniques, ingredients, and equipment that can elevate the restaurant’s menu and operational efficiency.