What are the responsibilities and job description for the Culinary Director- Business & Industry position at Harper Associates?
Regional Culinary Director - Business Dining $80-90,000
Detroit based - 35% travel, company vehicle
Require great communication skills & personality
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Our client is a boutique national leader in Business & Industry food service, providing customized dining solutions to “at work” companies throughout North America. Their success is built on operational excellence, financial discipline, culinary innovation, and strong leadership.
Position Overview
The Regional Culinary Director is ultimately responsible for the overall performance of multiple corporate dining accounts within an assigned region. This includes full operational oversight, financial accountability, culinary quality, safety compliance, and client satisfaction.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on Chef experience combined with strong General Manager–level leadership skills, including P&L management, team development, and multi-unit operations oversight.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all phases of operations from start to finish
- Maintain accountability for food cost, labor, budgets, and profitability
- Ensure compliance with company and client policies, SOPs, and quality standards
- Lead menu planning and vendor compliance to support cost control and execution
- Monitor production systems, sanitation, safety, and culinary standards
- Partner with HR on hiring, onboarding, payroll coordination, and staffing needs
- Collaborate with Accounting, Marketing, and corporate support teams
- Facilitate leadership meetings and drive operational alignment
- Implement company promotions and training programs
- Maintain strong client relationships and respond proactively to feedback
This role requires up to 35% travel. Company vehicle, great benefits, $80-90,000 plus bonus. Please email resume to Ben Schwartz : ben@harperjobs.com in confidence.
Ben Schwartz | President | Harper Associates
Direct: (248) 737-0431 | Fax (888) 737-8525
ben@harperjobs.com | www.harperjobs.com
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