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Director of Culinary Development

Warren, MI, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $115,000.00 - $150,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
employee discount
401k
Paid Time Off

Job Description

ELIA Group is a multi-faceted, fully integrated real estate and hospitality company that specializes in acquiring, developing, and managing commercial properties in landmark locations across the United States. Known for its dynamic approach in the realms of real estate development and hospitality, ELIA Group pushes the boundaries by crafting innovative, award-winning projects. The company takes pride in its diligent attention to detail, which is reflected not only in the buildings it develops but also in the overall guest experience it creates through its diverse hospitality venues. ELIA Group's portfolio blends commercial real estate mastery with a passion for delivering memorable... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, hospitality management, or related field preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in culinary leadership, preferably in fine dining
  • Proven ability to lead menu development and culinary innovation
  • Strong financial acumen and experience with cost control and pricing
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to travel for research, benchmarking, and trend analysis
  • Capacity to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and move between kitchens and dining areas

Job Qualifications

  • 10+ years of multi-unit restaurant operations leadership experience
  • Proven track record of menu innovation and successful concept evolution
  • Deep expertise in menu architecture, pricing strategy, and margin planning
  • Strong understanding of luxury hospitality and experiential dining
  • Demonstrated ability to balance creativity with financial discipline
  • Exceptional palate, presentation standards, and culinary instincts
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate trends into brand-defining dishes
  • Collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire elite culinary teams

Job Duties

  • Define and evolve the culinary identity of each concept within the portfolio
  • Lead long-term menu strategy aligned with brand positioning and market trends
  • Develop differentiated, competitive food offerings within the fine dining space
  • Drive culinary storytelling and product identity across all venues
  • Lead the creation, testing, and refinement of seasonal and core menus
  • Design menu flow, category balance, and pricing architecture
  • Introduce innovative techniques, flavor profiles, and presentation approaches

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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