What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Culinary Programs & Execution position at The Subway HR Team?
Manager, Culinary Programs & Execution – Miami, FL
Region: Miami, FL
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Why Join Us?
At Subway, “better” is baked into our DNA. We are a brand that believes in continued improvement … in our lives, our businesses, and our planet. From the handshake that started our very first sandwich shop to earning our position as one of the world’s leading restaurant brands, we’ve always embraced change and the path ahead. And today, we're making better living way easier.
Our purpose is about more than the food we serve in our restaurants. It’s centered on fueling healthy businesses and healthier lives. It is one of the most exciting times to join the Subway team and contribute to our transformational journey.
About the Role:
We have an exciting opportunity to support our Culinary team as a Manager, Culinary Programs & Execution based in Miami, FL. The Manager, Culinary Programs & Execution will provide the organizational backbone for Subway’s culinary pipeline — coordinating consumer and operational testing, managing recipes, specs, and costing documentation, and ensuring seamless execution of pilots and proof-of-concept initiatives. This role bridges Culinary, Insights, Ops, and Supply Chain, bringing discipline and speed to projects so ideas can move faster from test to market.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate consumer and operational testing, partnering with Insights, Culinary, and Ops teams to translate learnings into action.
- Manage recipe control, costing documentation, and test records to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
- Support pilots and proof-of-concept initiatives in restaurants, ensuring clear organization and smooth execution.
- Track and manage project timelines, deliverables, and budgets to maintain alignment across cross-functional teams.
- Partner with Culinary and Supply Chain to support vendor samples, product specs, and readiness checks.
- Assist with data collection, reporting, and preparation of materials for leadership reviews.
- Provide day-to-day organizational support, freeing senior leaders to focus on broader strategic objectives.
Qualifications (some examples listed below):
- Bachelor’s Degree required (Food Science, Culinary Arts, Business, or related field preferred).
- 3–5 years of experience in foodservice, culinary, or innovation project management.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Passion for food and innovation with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to translate data and insights into actionable recommendations.
- Strong project management and organizational capabilities.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
- Understanding of marketing/brand/product development / stage gate management principles
What do we Offer?
- Insurance Plans (Medical/Life)
- Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)
- Competitive Bonus
- Mobility Allowance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Holidays
- Volunteering time
- And Many More…..
Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, qualifications, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.