Regional Corporate Chef

Griffith Foods

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com. As Regional Corporate Chef, your responsibilities will include: Lead Regional Culinary Strategy Drive culinary direction for the region by developing strategies, supporting sales growth, and translating customer needs into menu and product solutions. Strengthen Customer Relationships & Drive Growth Build chef‑to‑chef partnerships, lead ideations and demos, and provide culinary consultation that supports retention, product adoption, and new business opportunities. Train & Enable Sales and Culinary Teams Deliver culinary training for sales teams and brokers, mentor regional chefs, and support capability development across the broader culinary organization. Collaborate Cross‑Functionally to Deliver Solutions Partner with Sales, Marketing, and R&D to co‑create operator solutions, contribute insights to business reviews, and align regional execution with national priorities. Manage Culinary Operations & Brand Execution Oversee travel and project budgets, maintain accurate culinary documentation, support content creation, and represent Custom Culinary at industry events. You’ll bring value to the Regional Corporate Chef position and the team if you: Have advanced culinary strategy expertise, have Sales/manufacturing experience; sales/distribution experience Experience in R&D, industrial manufacturing, or commercial product development in the food industry Expertise and Experiences You’ll Need to Succeed: At Griffith Foods and our affiliated companies, we know it’s not about a “job” search - it’s about searching for a place to drive impact, to have purpose, and to have a fulfilling career. We know it’s not just about finding a job, it’s about so much more. Here, you can be a part of something bigger than yourself. It’s about thriving professionally while blending care and creativity for the greater good. Here you are valued for thinking differently in a space where we are working hard to create a reimagined future. Griffith Foods is a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA. Learn more about us at https://griffithfoods.com/careers/

Requirements

Minimum of AOS degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
10+ years of progressive culinary experience including 3+ years in a corporate, regional, or commercial development chef capacity.
Experience in R&D, industrial manufacturing, or commercial product development preferred.
Current or pending professional certification (ACF or RCA) within 18 months of hire.
Proven ability to lead culinary ideations and presentations independently with customers and senior leaders. Proven experience in relationship building and trust examples.
Ability to form strong chef‑to‑chef connections, build credibility quickly, and maintain long‑term partnerships with customers, brokers, and internal teams.
Skilled at presenting culinary concepts, explaining technical ideas in simple terms, and adapting communication style to executives, operators, and cross‑functional partners.
Willingness to commute 70-75% Travel (Domestic) 3 weeks in your market on the road and 1 week at home in the Ohio Cleveland Area.

Nice To Haves

Advanced culinary expertise
Sales/manufacturing experience; sales/distribution experience
Experience in R&D, industrial manufacturing, or commercial product development

Responsibilities

Lead Regional Culinary Strategy Drive culinary direction for the region by developing strategies, supporting sales growth, and translating customer needs into menu and product solutions.
Strengthen Customer Relationships & Drive Growth Build chef‑to‑chef partnerships, lead ideations and demos, and provide culinary consultation that supports retention, product adoption, and new business opportunities.
Train & Enable Sales and Culinary Teams Deliver culinary training for sales teams and brokers, mentor regional chefs, and support capability development across the broader culinary organization.
Collaborate Cross‑Functionally to Deliver Solutions Partner with Sales, Marketing, and R&D to co‑create operator solutions, contribute insights to business reviews, and align regional execution with national priorities.
Manage Culinary Operations & Brand Execution Oversee travel and project budgets, maintain accurate culinary documentation, support content creation, and represent Custom Culinary at industry events.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holiday’s & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance.
There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, with a target of 6%. This bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

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