Duties and Responsibilities* Be first to market in new products, innovation, and points of difference.* Conduct regular Quality Assurance tastings and evaluations to ensure recipe adherence, food quality, and consistency.* Launch/expand successful prepared food product lines and implement successful exit strategies for unproductive merchandise.* Completes all required reports, logs, and culinary audits/reviews in a timely manner.* Lead, contribute to and execute parts of the culinary strategic plan for the division.* Launch line reviews in support of customer and seasonal expectations.* Leverage fact-based decision making to drive growth and profitability.* Assists in kitchen schematics design and recommends adjacencies that support the efficiency of the space.* Orientates new cooks within their respective area, core culinary standards and established food programs.* Provides support for new restaurant openings and/or renovations.* Provides leadership to culinary team members.* Assists with training, coaching and development of culinary team members.