Corporate Chef

Don Pablo's is seeking an exceptional, motivated leader who will serve as the company-wide culinary expert accomplishing corporate culinary goals and objectives. Work closely with the Training and R&D teams as the culinary spokesperson. Duties and Responsibilities:
• Participates as the spokesperson/chef for each brand as needed inside special
projects, events, and promotions.
• Coordinates menu development for company.
• Develops recipes for promotion of targeted cuts and value-added products; exclusive and non-exclusive recipes for target market areas.
• Assists in sales calls to foodservice accounts where a culinary focus is needed. Includes suggesting menu ideas and applications, custom developed recipes, and general consultative service.
• Attends and assists with strategically selected, high impact retailer cooking schools and special events.
• Responsible for development and oversight of a turnkey program that can be rolled out to retailers with in-house cooking schools or those with interactive demonstration capabilities.
• Approximately 50% travel required.• Understanding of the restaurant business environment, anticipates menu trends and changes, and develops strategies to capitalize on sales growth opportunities and ensure long-term restaurant brand growth.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with staff, unit and multi – unit level managers.
• Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to show initiative, provide direction, and work with others as part of a coordinated team.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize among assignments.
• Capability to work effectively in deadline situations and flexibility regarding hours.
• Ability to be proactive in solving/preventing problems.
• Proficient use of computers, e-mail, and the Internet.• Experienced chef with first-hand restaurant experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Creativity in the kitchen; in presenting and in creating marketing programs. Education and/or Experience: 
Minimum Associate of Science Degree from accredited culinary school with completed
ACF apprenticeship program.  Four years foodservice experience in full-service restaurant
or hotel.  Four years experience as Certified Chef, Certified Executive Chef, or Certified
Research Chef.  Strengths would include recipe development on consumer and trade
level, media skills, general presentation skills, and ability to work across internal divisions. Submit resume via fax or email. Don Pablo's offers excellent compensation and benefits package. EOE.