Culinary Corporate Operations Specialist

Compass Group•Boston, MA

75d•$100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Strategic Dining difference is in the support we deliver, not only focusing on successful systems, techniques, and tools, but improving the community’s dining experiences, community cost savings and increased resident satisfaction. We accomplish this by being a true partner to our clients and communities and focus our efforts on meeting those goals, that are unique to each location.Job SummaryThe Corporate Operations Specialist serves as a strategic partner in enhancing culinary programs and driving innovation across the organization. This role supports menu development, training, and programmatic execution to elevate the dining experience and align with market trends. The specialist collaborates closely with client culinary leaders and supply chain teams to optimize product selection, ensure consistency, and deliver impactful culinary solutions at the corporate level.

Requirements

Knowledge of Senior Living and Healthcare business
Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience in foodservice operations (ideal).
Proven experience in menu development, culinary training, and program execution.
Strong understanding of food trends, supply chain dynamics, and data-driven menu analysis.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
Ability to lead seminars, mentor staff, and manage multiple operational initiatives simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Menu Enhancements: Guide the creation of menu items that align with managed order guides and support operational efficiency.
Efficiency-Enhancing Seminars: Partner with corporate culinary leaders to train teams through product demos, tastings, and implementation workshops.
Programmatic Enhancements: Curate specialty and novelty programming that reflects current food trends and enhances the dining experience, with corporate-level support for execution and deployment.
Menu Analysis: Collaborate with culinary and supply chain teams to analyze menu mix and product trends, proposing proactive adjustments and alternative programming based on data insights.
Training & Mentoring: Provide training and mentorship upon request, validate culinary outputs, and maintain comprehensive training materials for team development.