Chef Research & Development

Lead the culinary innovation process from concept through operational approval, creating exceptional food and beverage experiences that support business objectives, seasonal events, intellectual properties, and permanent menu offerings. Oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle, including culinary ideation, recipe development, ingredient sourcing, testing, operational validation, product costing, and implementation support. Direct the Assistant Manager, Culinary Product Development, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and culinary excellence. Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining timelines, conducting bench testing, yield studies, and sensory evaluations to ensure products are guest-focused, operationally feasible, and financially responsible. Collaborate with Culinary Operations, Production Operations, Purchasing, Marketing, Quality Assurance, and external suppliers to transition approved recipes into operational SOPs and training materials. Ensure all development adheres to company food safety, HACCP, and allergen management standards.