Head of Food & Beverage
JOB SUMMARY
The Habit is looking for a Head of Food & Beverage. The Head of Food & Beverage directly reports to Chief Marketing Officer and will be responsible for driving the overall culinary vision for the Habit Burger Grill and leading the development of innovative new food and beverage products in collaboration with the culinary team, suppliers, and other key stakeholders. Ultimately the Head of F&B will be the gatekeeper of food and beverages at the Habit and the architect of the future menu. The ideal candidate in this role will switch between strategic future visioning and day-to-day project delivery to deliver long-term rand growth aspirations and launch new products flawlessly.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Create apipeline of new menu items and enhancement/ optimization of existing menu items in line with the brand vision and market research. Innovation and creativity will be balanced with the highest levels of quality, food safety, and operational efficiency.
- Develop and manage the product development budget, timelines, and resources, ensuring that new products are delivered on time, and within budget.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and other partners to source high-quality ingredients, equipment, and materials for new product development and ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and supply chain, to ensure seamless integration of new products into the restaurant's operations, marketing campaigns, and financial plans.
Key Capability & Skills:
- Culinary expertise: A deep understanding of culinary, including food preparation techniques, ingredients, and flavor profiles. Candidates should have a proven track record of developing successful food and beverage products, preferably in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
- Innovation and creativity: The ability to think outside the box and come up with new and exciting ideas for food and beverage products is critical for this role. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a history of developing innovative products that have been successful in the marketplace.
- Operational understanding: Key to the role will be delivering high quality and culinary forward innovation that can be delivered consistently and efficiently by restaurant teams at scale. A deep understanding of operations and the ability to problem-solve for execution will be critical.
- Leadership and collaboration: The Head of New Product Development will need to work closely with cross-functional teams across the organization as well as provide coaching, support, and development to direct reports. Strong leadership and collaboration skills are essential for success in this role.
- Business acumen and process management: Candidates should have a solid understanding of business operations, financial management, and supply chain logistics and manage NPD and EPD pipelines through a cross-functional process.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- A culinary degree, such as a bachelor’s in culinary arts or a related field.
- The culinary experience is essential. Preferably experience as a chef or sous chef in a high-volume restaurant.
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of retail/restaurant operations are preferred.
- Necessary knowledge in food safety, HACCP, and sanitation.
- Project management expertise, including the ability to handle projects that require multiple areas of expertise and may require leading-edge inspiration and innovation.
- Broad business acumen and commercial expertise, including a detailed understanding of restaurant P&L statements and reports that support financial success.
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Self-starter and action driver with a commitment to timeliness
- Demonstrated ability to achieve goals in challenging situations.
- Strategic communication skills, including the ability to influence at all levels (including Franchise owners)
- Excellent problem solver, including the ability to manage and resolve conflict effectively.
- Outstanding coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to follow-up
- Strong analytic skills and attention to detail
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $151,900 to $196,680 annually + bonus eligibility + stock-based compensation. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.
At Yum! Brands and at The Habit Restaurants, LLC, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. The Habit Restaurants, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.
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Employment eligibility to work with Yum! in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary with benefits including:
- Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus additional sick days
- Up to 10 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating holidays
- Company provided Recharge Days to unplug and reenergize.
- Flexible Hybrid Work Environment
- Competitive bonus program for eligible roles
- Recognition based culture
FAMILY BENEFITS:
- Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits including prescription drug benefits & 100% preventative care starting on Day 1
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program available to all employees and their dependents
- Bereavement time off
ADDITIONAL PERKS:
- Onsite gym with brand new equipment and fitness classes
- 401(k) benefit plan with a 6% matching contribution
- Up to 2 Paid Days to Volunteer for any non-profit or charitable organization important to you
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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Yum! Brands
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