Culinary Specialist II

Henny Penny • Eaton, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Do you want to work for a global company that creates remarkable experiences through people, products, and food? If you want to be part of a rewarding People First culture that values relationships, trust, and taking the long view, then this is the place for you. Henny Penny was named the 2021 Dayton Business of the Year for many good reasons. Read on to learn more! As a Culinary Specialist II - will play a vital role in supporting the culinary team by meticulously planning, tracking, and executing a wide range of events to help achieve company goals. Your responsibilities will encompass overseeing the overall success of our culinary and foodservice operations, both within our establishment and for off-site events. Why You'll Love Working Here: An opportunity to work for a company that is 100% employee-owned. As an employee-owner, you will be enrolled in our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) program following one year of service. Flexibility to work from home 2 days per week Defined career paths so you’ll always know what’s next and what steps can get where you want to go Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement and unlimited free access to LinkedIn Learning courses A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and paid holidays Expanded onsite wellness clinic offering preventive care services such as wellness screenings, annual physicals, and related lab work at no cost to employee-owners Achieve total well-being at our new Wellspring and Owners Hall facility, featuring 24/7 fitness center with a wide variety of cardio and strength training equipment. This facility reflects our continuous evolution in supporting our valued employee owners. Activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide Thanksgiving Dinner

Requirements

• Level 2 ServSafe Certification
• Food allergen awareness certification
• Food handler’s certification preferred
• Food protection certification
• Strong knowledge of HACCP standards
• 2–4 years of culinary experience in contract foodservice, fine dining, or restaurant operations, including inventory and purchasing
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and collaborative
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks with a sense of urgency
• Passionate about people, food, and delivering exceptional experiences
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic administrative tasks
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for up to 8 hours
• Ability to work evenings or weekends for events as needed
• Travel up to 20%

Responsibilities

• Partner with the culinary team to plan, coordinate, and execute events with excellence, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Prepare and serve meals following standardized recipes while accommodating dietary preferences, VIP needs, and special occasions.
• Supports Corporate Chef with daily kitchen operations, including inventory management, ordering, receiving, food safety, sanitation, and temperature logging.
• Ensure all food items are properly dated, labeled, rotated, and stored according to HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of dining rooms, training areas, conference spaces, and kitchen/hot bar environments.
• Track and maintain kitchen equipment, smallwares, dry stock, paper goods, and manage culinary equipment across buildings.
• Assists with monitoring food and labor costs, identify opportunities for efficiency, and implement cost‑control measures without compromising quality.
• Assists with managing event billing, track expenses, generate invoices, and maintain comprehensive financial records.
• Develop strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of ingredients, beverages, and equipment.
• Oversee beverage cooler stocking and coordinate food donations to local food banks.
• Supports culinary planning and execution for trade shows, including booth setup, inventory transport, equipment packing, and onsite support.
• Train staff and volunteers in safe food handling, equipment cleaning, and culinary procedures.
• Organize catering requests and hospitality tasks, conduct demos, and maintain accurate event tracking.
• Demonstrate company values and foster a collaborative, positive work environment.
• Perform additional duties as required to support culinary operations.

Benefits

• An opportunity to work for a company that is 100% employee-owned.
• As an employee-owner, you will be enrolled in our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) program following one year of service.
• Flexibility to work from home 2 days per week
• Defined career paths so you’ll always know what’s next and what steps can get where you want to go
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement and unlimited free access to LinkedIn Learning courses
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and paid holidays
• Expanded onsite wellness clinic offering preventive care services such as wellness screenings, annual physicals, and related lab work at no cost to employee-owners
• Achieve total well-being at our new Wellspring and Owners Hall facility, featuring 24/7 fitness center with a wide variety of cardio and strength training equipment.
• Activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide Thanksgiving Dinner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed