Corporate Culinary Analyst
Schulson Collective HQ - Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA
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Schulson Collective attracts restaurant goers from all walks of life, encompassing multiple different cuisines and dining experiences throughout its concepts. Across Center City Philadelphia, our restaurants offer cuisines ranging from Contemporary American and Pan-Asian to Japanese, Oyster Bar, Italian and more. We welcome you to apply to become part of a growing restaurant group and assist in providing top-of-the-line culinary experiences across Philadelphia. Job Title: Culinary Analyst Job Overview: The Culinary Analyst is responsible for analyzing data and trends related to culinary operations, such as menu performance, cost control, and recipe development. The role involves working closely with culinary teams, vendors, and corproate management to streamline processes, enhance food offerings, and improve operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze recipe development, costing ingredients by measurement per restaurant. Utilize Restauratn365 to input menu data and keep it continuuolsy updated Track food cost and portion sizes to ensure profitability. Conduct competitive analysis of pricing, menu trends, and dining experiences. Prepare detailed reports on food cost trends, wastage, and consumption patterns. Menu Development Support: Collaborate with chefs to develop menu optimization strategies to imrove profitability. Analyze recipe costing, ingredient usage, and portion control. Cost Management: Provide recommendations for reducing costs without compromising quality. Communicate with vendors to develop purchasing strategies that ensure cost-effectiveness. Track inventory and food supply levels to minimize overstocking or shortages. Collaboration and Training: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Accounting, Executives, and Operations. Train culinary teams on cost control measures, portion sizing, and data interpretation. Present findings and recommendations to upper management and executive chefs. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Data Analytics, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in a culinary, restaurant management. Proficient in Restaurant365, food management software, and data analytics tools. Strong understanding of food costing, menu engineering, and culinary operations. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work well in a team and independently. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Preferred Skills: Experience in menu development and recipe costing. Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards. Working Conditions: 9-5 Office environment, occasioanl kitchen visitations Occasional weekend and holiday work depending on the business needs.
Created: 2024-09-17