Top 36 Culinary development manager Jobs in Columbus, Oh

Manager - Culinary Innovation
The Wendy's Company —Dublin, OH
- $105,000 - $184,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Manager - Culinary Innovation
Wendy's —Dublin, OH
- $105,000 - $184,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Experienced Kitchen Manager
Ted's Montana Grill —Columbus, OH
- $65,000 - $78,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Restaurant Manager
Bob Evans Restaurants —Sunbury, OH
- Up to $56,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Casual dining restaurant
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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Restaurant Manager
Bob Evans Restaurants —Blacklick, OH
- Up to $56,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager
PF Changs —Columbus, OH
- $75,500 - $95,500 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Restaurant Manager
Bob Evans Restaurants —Grove City, OH
- Up to $56,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Casual dining restaurant
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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Restaurant Manager
California Pizza Kitchen —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Sales
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Kitchen Manager
Bridge's End Brewing Co. —Powell, OH
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Operations Manager - Food & Beverage
The Ohio State University —Columbus, OH
- $55,700 - $72,700 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Sanitation
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Executive Culinary Manager
Topgolf —Columbus, OH
- Extended hours
- 8 years
- 21 years or older
- Mentoring
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Restaurant General Manager
Chouette —Columbus, OH
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Culinary Manager
Topgolf —Columbus, OH
- Extended hours
- Customer service
- 3 years
- 21 years or older
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Equipment and Supply Manager (Restaurants)
Performance Foodservice —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Cooking
- No high school diploma
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
KITCHEN MANAGER
JT's Pizza & Pub —Columbus, OH
- $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
The Ohio State University —Columbus, OH
- $17.50 - $22.86 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Experienced Kitchen Manager/Chef
Ted's Montana Grill —Columbus, OH
- Sales
- Cooking
- Mid-level
Back of House Event Supervisor
Together and Company —Columbus, OH
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Customer service
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Culinary Supervisor, Nationwide Arena
Delaware North —Columbus, OH
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- No degree
- 2 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Outside Sales Account Manager– Premium Seafood & Foodservice Solutions
Euclid Fish —Columbus, OH
- $58,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Manager - Culinary Innovation

The Wendy's Company -
Dublin, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$105,000 - $184,000 a year

Benefits

Parental leave
Employee assistance program
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Overview:

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn’t like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you’re looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand – We got you!

Lead culinary innovation by creating trend-forward menu items aligned with brand strategy. Manage formulation, testing, and optimization of new products and processes to drive profitable growth. Serve as a leader within the Culinary Innovation team, fostering creativity and best in class consumer experiences.

Responsibilities:

Manage Culinary Strategy for Multiple Category Platforms

Develop and maintain a robust innovation pipeline across assigned menu categories.
Ensure alignment with brand strategy, R&D Food Vision, food safety standards, and cost targets.
Conduct regular category reviews, identify gaps, and propose solutions to meet consumer expectations.
Act as subject matter expert, providing insights and recommendations to cross-functional teams
Monitor performance metrics and make product recommendations based on consumer trends and competitive analysis.

Manage Product Development

Lead creation of gold-standard prototypes and new product formulations that can be scaled for commercialization.
Conduct rigorous testing: portion studies, temperature/yield analysis, and competitive benchmarking.
Validate equipment compatibility and operational feasibility in restaurant environments.
Document findings and present actionable recommendations to leadership and cross-functional partners.

Supplier Relationship Management

Build strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure high quality partnerships and best ways of working
Be knowledgeable on timelines, quality standards, and cost parameters to meet business objectives.
Organize supplier demos, tastings, and innovation sessions to align with brand vision.
Provide structured and timely feedback to suppliers following product reviews and provide supplier performance feedback to culinary leadership for quarterly business meetings.
Stay informed on supplier capabilities and emerging technologies to leverage for future projects.

Provide Culinary Vision & Trend Leadership

Serve as a thought leader in culinary innovation, influencing the brand’s food culture.
Research and interpret culinary trends, competitive offerings, and consumer insights.
Ensure compliance with Brand ingredient regulations, nutritional standards and ESG goals.
Be agile and willing to adapt strategy in a fast-paced environment.

Grow and Develop Direct Reports

Mentor team members through structured development plans and performance feedback.
Identify stretch assignments and cross-functional opportunities to build leadership skills.
Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and accountability.
Provide coaching on project prioritization, stakeholder management, and technical skills.
Support succession planning by preparing high-potential talent for future leadership roles.

Minimum Wage: USD $105,000.00/Yr. Maximum Wage: USD $184,000.00/Yr. Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors Degree
Additional education information (major, etc.): Food Science, Culinary or related field.
10 years’ combined experience in product development, restaurants and education
Proficient computer skills including outlook, word, excel and power point
Strong organizational, communication, delegation and presentation skills
Creative thinker with ability to achieve results in a dynamic environment
Passion for food

Expected Work Location (In Office): It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Wendy's Restaurant Support Center (RSC) (1 Dave Thomas Blvd, Dublin, OH 43017), or at other location(s) as designated by the Company. You are required to work in the office at least 4 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs. #LI-Onsite

Wendy’s was built on the premise, "Quality is our Recipe®," which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand.

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. The target annual bonus for this role is 20% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance.

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website, www.wendysbenefits.com.

NOTE: Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and, where appropriate, may be subject to Board approval an individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives. Wendy’s retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion, in accordance with applicable plans, policies and laws.

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