Culinary Development, Associate Manager

Job description

SUMMARY: Supports the Culinary Development Team’s workstreams by executing product preparation and kitchen testing. Responsible for delivery / planning of product development food showings, special events , Inspire and AFA Board meetings, CLT’s, Executive Team meetings, focus group taste panels, and agency showings. Owns day-to-day product preparation, product ordering / inventory within Jimmy John’s areas of Inspire Test Kitchen. Lead execution of assigned new product development menu items, equipment / smallwares , and processes to support Jimmy John’s Culinary Team objectives . Culinary plays a critical role in advancing the brand’s strategy and long term growth – we win through high-quality ingredients and flawless execution that guests can count on every time. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide project support for Culinary Development Team Conduct organoleptic evaluations of test and production samples as assigned. Assist in the execution of product presentations for key stakeholders. Assist in the planning and execution of food preparation for product showings. Plan, execute, and disseminate information from analytical studies of test products. This includes cook temperature studies,...