Commercialization Manager

3–5 years of experience in culinary innovation, product development, or commercialization, ideally in a multi-unit restaurant or foodservice environment.
Experience working with chefs to develop and scale recipes that are both creative and operationally sound.
A solid grasp of food costs, menu profitability, and how to make a menu item both exciting and financially viable.
Strong project management skills and a proven ability to keep multiple initiatives on track.
A data-driven mindset and the ability to analyze results to guide decisions and refine processes.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working cross-functionally to bring ideas to life.

Support the Culinary team in bringing product briefs to life—from early concepting through final recipe validation.
Work with the Director of Business Strategy to analyze & determine the best path forward on menu changes.
Test and refine recipes to ensure they meet brand standards for flavor, consistency, and operational feasibility.
Partner with suppliers and the supply chain team to commercialize ingredients and products that meet quality and scalability requirements.
Collaborate with Operations and Training to ensure successful execution across the fleet, including the development of SOPs, tools, and rollout plans.
Participate in kitchen tests & tastings, gather feedback, and iterate quickly to optimize for taste, efficiency, and cost.
Assist with ingredient and equipment testing to support innovation and kitchen workflow improvements.
Manage timelines, track progress, and drive cross-functional follow-ups to ensure projects stay on schedule.
Contribute to the innovation pipeline by staying informed on culinary trends & competitive menus.

No preferred qualifications provided.