R&D Sushi Chef

GBC Food Services is a renowned leader in the prepared foods industry, operating a national network of franchise kiosks predominantly located in grocery stores and various host venues across the country. The company specializes in delivering innovative culinary experiences, particularly focusing on sushi and other prepared food lines that cater to diverse consumer preferences. Known for its commitment to quality, safety, and exceptional customer service, GBC Food Services continues to expand and enhance its offerings through continuous product innovation and a strong network of franchise partnerships. The organization prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, encouraging creativity and professional growth among its team members.

The Corporate Executive Chef position at GBC Food Services is a pivotal leadership role responsible for spearheading the design, development, and rollout of new sushi and prepared foods products. This role demands a dynamic culinary visionary who excels at driving product innovation and operational excellence across a widely dispersed franchise network. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional initiatives that include product lifecycle management, recipe development, sensory evaluations, and sourcing to ensure each product meets stringent quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Additionally, this executive role demands a hands-on approach to creating and implementing comprehensive training programs tailored for franchisees and internal teams, emphasizing food safety, including maintaining ServSafe Manager Certification, and customer service excellence.

The role also involves extensive travel across the United States to conduct research and development activities, present new concepts, and facilitate training sessions both in person and virtually. The Corporate Executive Chef will provide leadership and mentorship to the R&D team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance. By partnering with franchisees, host clients, operations, quality assurance, marketing, and supply chain teams, this role ensures seamless adoption and integration of innovative food products and processes. A critical aspect of this position is to continuously monitor industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging food technologies to maintain GBC Food Services’ position at the forefront of culinary innovation.

Embodying a commitment to culinary excellence, innovation, and operational scalability, the Corporate Executive Chef will drive disruptive food innovations and champion a culture of quality and safety across all platforms. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the future of prepared food retail with a focus on sushi and Pan-Asian cuisine, leveraging the executive’s expertise to expand GBC’s market leadership and enhance customer satisfaction across all franchise locations.