Director of Culinary Operations
Restaurant Associates, New York, New York, United States, 10011
Position Title:DIrector of Culinary Operations
Salary: $190,000 - $200,000 / year
Other Forms of Compensation:
Annual bonus potential
Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!
Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards -
Best Places to Work,
This is R/A
! Job Summary: Based in New York City, the Director of Culinary
is the visionary leader responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and cultural alignment of the Food@Google program in partnership with the client and culinary team across the Americas. You will bridge the gap between high-level food philosophy and large-scale operational execution, ensuring every meal served across hundreds of cafes and micro-kitchens reflects Google’s commitment to well being, sustainability, and community. Overseeing a multi-million dollar culinary ecosystem, you will drive innovation in UX, (user experience) maintain fiscal responsibility, and develop world-class culinary talent. Travel Requirement: 25-30% within the Americas region.
Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Regional Oversight ● Vision Alignment: Translate global strategies into regional actionable goals, embedding the values of Choice, Health, Community, and Sustainability into every site. ● Regional Governance: Executive oversight for the Americas Region operations, ensuring brand consistency while respecting local cultural nuances. ● Client Relations: Act as the primary culinary liaison for Google Real Estate & Workplace Services (REWS) and senior leadership to align food programs with corporate objectives.
Capability Development & Team Leadership ● Talent Architecture: Lead recruitment, mentorship, and retention of a diverse culinary capability ● Training & Partnerships: identify training needs for the capability, Champion "Train the Trainer" models and partner with RA and Compass to implement ● Safety Culture: Establish a best-in-class culture of food safety and occupational health, ensuring 100% HACCP and regulatory compliance.
Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing ● Net-Zero Goals: Drive progress toward Google’s 2030 sustainability targets, focusing on carbon reduction, food waste mitigation (Leanpath), Single Plastic Use reduction. ● Procurement: Work with Food Buy and RA on procuring ingredients that meet the Google Procurement guidelines. ● Plant-Forward Innovation: Oversee the evolution of menus to lead with plant-centric dishes that reduce environmental impact without compromising user satisfaction.
User Experience (UX) User Experience & Innovation ● Choice Architecture: Use design "nudges" to make the healthy choice the easy choice, improving Googlers' physical and mental well-being. ● Intentional Innovation: drive a culture of intentional and impactful innovation, bringing the “outside in” and elevating User Experience. ● Community Building: Use food as a catalyst for collaboration, designing experiences that foster a sense of belonging.
Fiscal Responsibility & Operational Excellence ● P&L Accountability: Work with finance and the Regional Directors of Operation to deliver culinary experience within budget, with rigorous discipline, optimizing food costs and labor while maintaining premium quality. ● Data-Driven Decisions: Leverage food service management systems and user feedback data to drive menu engineering and activations ● Vendor Management: Manage high-performance service level agreements (SLAs) with partners like Compass Group and Guckenheimer. Minimum Qualifications: ● 10+ years of executive-level culinary management in a multi unit setting ● Experience leading a large culinary program with progressive management responsibility (Corporate or Global Hospitality) ● Proven track record in managing large, cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder environments. ● Expert knowledge of menu engineering and P&L management ● Excellent communication skills both written and verbal ● Proven ability to drive projects to completion in a dynamic, fast paced, entrepreneurial organization ● Excellent partner and collaborator ● Multi-lingual preferred or a background in multicultural environments ● Ability to maintain confi dentiality ● Strong computer aptitude with a working knowledge of Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint ● Ability to work independently as well as in a team ● Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment ● Deep passion for culinary excellence, hospitality and sustainability ● Exceptional ability to deliver executive level presentations and act as a program ambassador
Leadership Behaviors: ● Think Fast, Use Technology: Find innovative ways to meet goals and show conviction in decisions under pressure. ● Openly Share & Co-Create: Delegate tasks to develop others and foster transparency. ● Passion for Quality: Take personal responsibility for customer service and set demanding performance expectations. ● Win through Teamwork: Build friendly relationships, share insights, and display high energy. ● Embrace Diversity: Value all contributions, build on new ideas, and act with social responsibility. ● Take Responsibility: Make the "big calls" using infl uencing techniques to gain commitment from internal and external stakeholders. Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,
click here
or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf
Req ID:
1502632 Restaurant Associates ERIN S PRINDLE [[req_classification]]
Annual bonus potential
Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!
Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards -
Best Places to Work,
This is R/A
! Job Summary: Based in New York City, the Director of Culinary
is the visionary leader responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and cultural alignment of the Food@Google program in partnership with the client and culinary team across the Americas. You will bridge the gap between high-level food philosophy and large-scale operational execution, ensuring every meal served across hundreds of cafes and micro-kitchens reflects Google’s commitment to well being, sustainability, and community. Overseeing a multi-million dollar culinary ecosystem, you will drive innovation in UX, (user experience) maintain fiscal responsibility, and develop world-class culinary talent. Travel Requirement: 25-30% within the Americas region.
Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Regional Oversight ● Vision Alignment: Translate global strategies into regional actionable goals, embedding the values of Choice, Health, Community, and Sustainability into every site. ● Regional Governance: Executive oversight for the Americas Region operations, ensuring brand consistency while respecting local cultural nuances. ● Client Relations: Act as the primary culinary liaison for Google Real Estate & Workplace Services (REWS) and senior leadership to align food programs with corporate objectives.
Capability Development & Team Leadership ● Talent Architecture: Lead recruitment, mentorship, and retention of a diverse culinary capability ● Training & Partnerships: identify training needs for the capability, Champion "Train the Trainer" models and partner with RA and Compass to implement ● Safety Culture: Establish a best-in-class culture of food safety and occupational health, ensuring 100% HACCP and regulatory compliance.
Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing ● Net-Zero Goals: Drive progress toward Google’s 2030 sustainability targets, focusing on carbon reduction, food waste mitigation (Leanpath), Single Plastic Use reduction. ● Procurement: Work with Food Buy and RA on procuring ingredients that meet the Google Procurement guidelines. ● Plant-Forward Innovation: Oversee the evolution of menus to lead with plant-centric dishes that reduce environmental impact without compromising user satisfaction.
User Experience (UX) User Experience & Innovation ● Choice Architecture: Use design "nudges" to make the healthy choice the easy choice, improving Googlers' physical and mental well-being. ● Intentional Innovation: drive a culture of intentional and impactful innovation, bringing the “outside in” and elevating User Experience. ● Community Building: Use food as a catalyst for collaboration, designing experiences that foster a sense of belonging.
Fiscal Responsibility & Operational Excellence ● P&L Accountability: Work with finance and the Regional Directors of Operation to deliver culinary experience within budget, with rigorous discipline, optimizing food costs and labor while maintaining premium quality. ● Data-Driven Decisions: Leverage food service management systems and user feedback data to drive menu engineering and activations ● Vendor Management: Manage high-performance service level agreements (SLAs) with partners like Compass Group and Guckenheimer. Minimum Qualifications: ● 10+ years of executive-level culinary management in a multi unit setting ● Experience leading a large culinary program with progressive management responsibility (Corporate or Global Hospitality) ● Proven track record in managing large, cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder environments. ● Expert knowledge of menu engineering and P&L management ● Excellent communication skills both written and verbal ● Proven ability to drive projects to completion in a dynamic, fast paced, entrepreneurial organization ● Excellent partner and collaborator ● Multi-lingual preferred or a background in multicultural environments ● Ability to maintain confi dentiality ● Strong computer aptitude with a working knowledge of Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint ● Ability to work independently as well as in a team ● Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment ● Deep passion for culinary excellence, hospitality and sustainability ● Exceptional ability to deliver executive level presentations and act as a program ambassador
Leadership Behaviors: ● Think Fast, Use Technology: Find innovative ways to meet goals and show conviction in decisions under pressure. ● Openly Share & Co-Create: Delegate tasks to develop others and foster transparency. ● Passion for Quality: Take personal responsibility for customer service and set demanding performance expectations. ● Win through Teamwork: Build friendly relationships, share insights, and display high energy. ● Embrace Diversity: Value all contributions, build on new ideas, and act with social responsibility. ● Take Responsibility: Make the "big calls" using infl uencing techniques to gain commitment from internal and external stakeholders. Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,
click here
or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf
Req ID:
1502632 Restaurant Associates ERIN S PRINDLE [[req_classification]]